Applying online takes about 15 minutes. |
Key info
- A seniors card can provide discounts on products and services in both Tasmania and interstate.
- It is free to join and the card has no expiry date.
- You can apply online, in person at a service centre, by email via seniors@service.tas.gov.au, or post.
- It can take 28 days to receive your seniors card after you complete an application. If you provided an email address you will receive a digital copy which can be used immediately.
Get started | Seniors card online | Please visit the Seniors Card Program to apply for a seniors card |
About applying for a seniors card
The Tasmanian Seniors Card Program is a State Government initiative, supported by more than 600 businesses that offer a range of discounts on products and services.
All seniors card holders can manage their details using an online account
How to apply
If you are applying by email or post, you must include copies of your proof of identity.
Online | Service Centre | Post | |
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Find your nearest Service Centre | seniors@service.tas.gov.au | GPO Box 123 Hobart 7001 |
What you need to apply
Online
If you apply online you must have:
- an email address you can use to create your online account
- proof of identity documents.
Post or email
If you apply by post or email you must:
- return the completed application form (PDF, 282KB)
- include copies of proof of identity
Service centre
If you apply in person at a service centre you must:
- complete an application form (PDF, 282KB)
- show original proof of identity documents.
Can I apply?
To apply for a seniors card you must:
- be a Tasmanian resident
- be 60 years of age or over
- work no more than 20 hours per week (averaged over a 12 month period).
Proving your identity
You must provide evidence of your name, date of birth and address. You must provide original documents. You can provide your:
- Driver licence, or
- Tasmanian personal information card.
If you don't have a driver licence or personal information card, you can provide one document with your name and date of birth and one document with proof of your current address:
- Australian Birth certificate (or extract)
- Australian Citizenship papers
- Passport
- Change of Name or Marriage Certificate (from Births, Deaths and Marriages) to prove any name change
- Recent bank statement or utility account with current residential address.
How much it costs
There is no cost associated with this service.
Payment options
There is no payment required for this service.
More Information
Please visit the Seniors Card Program for more information on applying for a seniors card.