What are card types?
In the Victorian Seniors Card program, there are two types of card – the Seniors Card and the Seniors Business Discount Card. Read the program's FAQs for more information about each card.
If you meet all other eligibility requirements (see below), the card you are eligible for depends on whether you work full time or not.
How can I apply for a card?
To apply for either Seniors Card or Seniors Business Discount Card, simply complete the online Application Form. Make sure you have your green Medicare Card handy to complete your application.
Please allow approximately four weeks to process your application and receive your card.
Applicants for a Victorian Seniors Card only (i.e. not Seniors Business Discount Card) can also pick up an application from Australia Post outlets.
If you are already part of the Seniors Card program, visit Manage your details to update your contact details, replace or cancel a card.
Eligibility requirements
Below is a snapshot of the eligibility requirements for each card.
| Eligibility |
Victorian Seniors Card
|
Seniors Business Discount Card
|
60 years of age or over
|
✓
|
✓
|
Working less than 35 hours per week in paid employment, or fully retired
|
✓
|
X
|
A permanent resident of Australia, residing in Victoria
|
✓
|
✓
|
Permanent resident of Australia' is defined as Australian citizens and all holders of Australian permanent visas. 'Residing in Victoria' means that an applicant's primary residence, at which they spend the majority of the year, is in Victoria.
For each card, you can apply up to three weeks before your 60th birthday, if you meet the other two eligibility criteria.
Respecting your privacy
The Seniors Card program values the privacy of personal information.
To better understand how we use your personal information, please click to read our Privacy notice.