This Help section covers proof of address, age and disability documentation. Scroll down to find the particular topic required.
PROOF OF ADDRESS
The photo/document must clearly show the applicant's name and address (printed not handwritten) and the type of document it is.
-- If using a Driving Licence as evidence it must be a current valid UK photocard licence. (Driving Licence can be used as proof of address or proof of age, but not both.)
-- If using a utility bill or bank or credit card statement or a DWP letter as evidence then the uploaded copy must show its issue date which must be within the last 3 months.
-- If using a Council Tax bill then it must clearly indicate it is for the current year.
-- If the applicant is Under 21 or has a legal appointee and is not able to supply any of the above documents then an alternative letter may be accepted as proof of address but it must be a properly printed letter and of an official nature.
PROOF OF AGE
The photo/document must clearly show the applicant's name and the type of document it is.
-- If using a Birth Certificate as evidence then your name must not have changed. If changed by marriage then a photo/scan of your Marriage Certificate will also be required.
-- If using a Driving Licence as evidence it must be a current valid UK photocard licence. (Driving Licence can be used as proof of address or proof of age, but not both.)
-- If using your Passport it must be a copy of the personal details page.
-- Finally a letter confirming entitlement to state pension can be used.
PROOF OF DISABILITY
In addition to the summary shown below, a detailed description of what is accepted as proof of eligibility (plus, if required, access to any of the special evidence forms referred to) can be found on the East Sussex website at:
https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/public/concessionaryfares/buspass/disabled/prove-eligibility-apply/
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There are seven categories of disability in the context of entitlement for a bus pass and documentary proof is required as follows:
CATEGORY A: Blind or Partially Sighted
-- A certificate of visual impairment
-- A signed letter/report from an ophthalmologist confirming you are severely sight impaired (blind) or sight impaired (partially sighted).
-- A 'Category A medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
CATEGORY B: Profoundly or Severely Deaf
-- An audiological report from an aural specialist indicating that hearing loss has reached 70-95 dBHL.
-- A 'Category B medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
CATEGORY C: Without Speech
-- Letter from your GP, Consultant or Senior Practice Nurse confirming that you are without speech.
-- Personal Independence Payment with a score of at least 8 points in the communicating verbally activity (please provide full award letter confirming points).
-- A 'Category C medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
CATEGORY D: Mobility (walking) substantially impaired
-- Higher Rate Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance.
-- Personal Independence Payment at 8 points or more in the moving around activity (please provide full award letter confirming points).
-- War Pensioners Mobility Supplement or SPVA Notice of Walking Disability.
-- Disabled Person's Parking Badge (Blue Badge) which is valid for at least six months.
-- A 'Category D medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional. You may still be referred for a mobility assessment.
CATEGORY E: Loss of or loss of use of both arms
-- Letter from your GP, Consultant or physiotherapist confirming your condition.
-- A 'Category E medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
CATEGORY F: Learning Disability
-- Medical information which demonstrates you have a formal learning disability diagnosis with the code F70, F71, F72 or F73.
-- An Education and Health Care Plan.
-- An Adult Social Care 'Care and Support Plan'.
-- A 'Category F medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
CATEGORY G: Unable to Drive on medical grounds
-- Letter from DVLA confirming the refusal/revocation of a driving licence for a minimum period of 12 months.
-- Personal Independence Payment at 10 points or more in the planning and following a journey activity (please provide full award letter confirming points).
-- A 'Category G medical evidence form' (see council website) completed by a suitable professional.
Important - This category does NOT include those who are excluded from holding a licence due to persistent misuse of drugs and/or alcohol.