Apply for or renew a Blue Badge

You will need to provide:

• a digital photo
• your National Insurance number
• proof of identity - for example, a valid passport or driving licence
• proof of address (less than 12 months old)
• proof of benefits (if you get any)
• evidence of your condition (if applicable), for example hospital letters or care plans

You also need to provide supporting documents depending on the benefits you receive.

If you are renewing your Blue Badge

Your Blue Badge lasts for the time of your benefit award or for up to 3 years whichever is less.

For example, if someone has personal Independence Payment (PIP) and it's awarded to 25 May 2024 they would get a badge up to that date.

You must reapply for a Blue Badge before your current one expires. You can apply up to 6 weeks in advance of the expiry date shown on your badge.

How much it costs

It costs £10 for a Blue Badge.

Apply online

You can apply online or by downloading and completing the application form. You can also collect an application form from any Cumberland library.

Apply for or renew a Blue Badge online

Apply by post

Make sure all relevant sections are completed including the declaration.

You can send your application form by email or by post.

Supporting documents

Supporting documents can be attached to your completed application form or emailed. Only submit copies of original documents. Any documentation provided will not be returned to the applicant.

If you choose to email supporting documents, please make sure that the applicant details are included in the email.  

By email

Email: blue.badge@cumberland.gov.uk

By post

Blue Badge
PO Box 415
Carlisle
CA1 9GU

If you need help with your application

AgeUK can help you complete your form.

Find your local AgeUK office on the AgeUK website.

After you have applied

Your application will be assessed and processed by the Blue Badge Team.

If your application is successful you will receive an automated email or a letter, if you didn’t provide an email address.

Your Blue Badge will be sent to the address you used on your application form.

If your application has been refused

You can ask us to reconsider the decision in writing within 28 days.

You can include any further information which may support a successful application. A decision may take longer if further evidence is required.

If the decision remains not to award you a Blue Badge, we'll write to you with a full explanation. Whether the review is successful or not, the decision is final. Whether the review is successful or not, the decision is final.