Individuals and support organisations can apply for or renew a Blue Badge online or by post. With your application form, you must also include the right fee, photograph and supporting documents.
What do I do when my Blue Badge expires?
You can’t use an expired badge, so make sure you apply for a new one as early as possible. You can ask your council when to submit your renewal.
Will my blue badge be automatically renewed?
Will my Blue Badge definitely be renewed? If your condition remains the same then, yes, your Blue Badge application should be renewed. However, this isn’t guaranteed, and if it is rejected you will need to appeal against the decision.
How do I register as disabled in Wales?
They can provide contact details for your local authority. You can also apply on-line at Your application will then be sent on to your local authority to process. The local authority’s decision on eligibility is final.
What documents do I need to renew my Blue Badge?
Proofs of identity, address and disability
- birth or adoption certificate.
- marriage or divorce certificate.
- civil partnership/dissolution certificate.
- valid full driving licence.
- passport.
Can I use my Blue Badge in someone else’s car?
If you have a Blue Badge you can park in places other drivers can’t, for example parking spaces for Blue Badge holders. The Blue Badge is linked to you rather than a vehicle, so you can use it with any car. This includes taxis and hire cars that you’re driving, or travelling in as a passenger.
Do you have to return an expired Blue Badge?
Returning a Blue Badge You must return the badge to the Blue Badge Unit if: the badge has expired. your medical condition or mobility improves and you are no longer eligible. a replacement badge has been issued for one that is lost or stolen and the original is found or recovered – then return the original badge.
Does a blue badge mean I am registered disabled?
The disabled parking place for blue badge users does not belong to you, other badge holders can park there when displaying their blue badge. You might be able to get a disabled space outside your own home that only you can use. you have a valid disabled person’s badge – blue badge.
What is the new criteria for a Blue Badge?
You should automatically qualify for a Blue Badge if one or more of these criteria apply to you: you get the higher rate of the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance. you claim Personal Independence Payment because you can’t walk further than 50 metres. you receive a War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement.
Can a traffic warden take my Blue Badge?
Police officers, traffic wardens, parking attendants and civil enforcement officers have the power to inspect the badge. Enforcement officers also have right to retain the badge, without police presence, if they have reasonable grounds to do so.
Where can I Park with a blue badge in Conwy?
Parking in Conwy’s pay and display car parks is free for blue badge holders in the designated disabled bays. You must display your Blue Badge and the time clock, if applicable. Blue Badge holders parking in a general bay will need to buy and display a ticket. Blue Badge holders can park for free in any bay in on-street pay and display areas.
Where can I get information about the Blue Badge Scheme?
We’ve matched the postcode to Conwy County Borough Council . You can get information on their website. You can only use this service to get information about the Blue Badge scheme from councils in England. You can apply for a Blue Badge online if you live in England or Wales.
Do you have to pay for parking in Conwy car parks?
Parking in Conwy’s pay and display car parks is free for blue badge holders in the designated disabled bays. You must display your Blue Badge and the time clock, if applicable. Blue Badge holders parking in a general bay will need to buy and display a ticket.
Where can blueblue badge holders park for free?
Blue Badge holders can park for free in any bay in on-street pay and display areas. There are some designated disabled bays on the Parade in Llandudno and Colwyn Bay Promenade.
