Developing the Young Workforce North Highland

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Applying for Your Young Scot National Entitlement Card in Highland

There are several ways to apply for a Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC):

  • Online at getyournec.scot. You can find out more information about the applications process on the getyournec.scot website.
  • Directly via your local council team. If you are not able to get a Young Scot NEC from school, or if you no longer attend school, you can email buspass@highland.gov.uk. You should receive a response within 5 working days. You can also call 01349 886 604. The phone line is open 9am – 4pm Monday to Friday. 

For more information, please visit the Highland Council website.  

If you are 11-15 years old and applying for free bus travel, a parent or guardian will need to apply on your behalf. If you are 16-21 years old you can apply for free bus travel yourself.

For more information about the Young Persons’ (Under 22s) Free Bus Travel Scheme, please visit freebus.scot.

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