National support guide
Blue Badge — what to check in the UK
A Blue Badge may help someone across the UK park closer to where they need to go if mobility, pain, breathlessness, hidden conditions or safety issues make journeys difficult. Applications are usually handled through GOV.UK or a local council route, and evidence matters.
Signposting, not eligibility adviceUpdated 2026
Who this may help
- People with significant walking difficulty, pain, fatigue or breathlessness.
- People with hidden conditions that make journeys unsafe or very difficult.
- Family members or carers applying on behalf of someone else.
What to have ready
- Proof of identity and address.
- Benefit award letters if relevant.
- Medical or professional evidence if available.
- Clear notes about walking distance, distress, safety issues or journey difficulties.