If you have applied online for a digital Railcard, in most cases it will be available to use straight away. A download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your Railcard.
Find out more about digital download codes, and what to do if you have a problem.
If you have applied online for a physical Railcard, please allow up to 5 working days for delivery. If you paid for Special Delivery and placed your order before 15:45, your Railcard will be delivered within 2 days (Monday to Thursday) or 3 days (Friday to Sunday).
If you have applied in person at a staffed station ticket office, in most cases your physical Railcard will be available to use straight away.