Get an adult or child/youth Opal card

Introduction

Opal is the electronic ticketing system used on public transport in NSW. This includes train, ferry, bus and light rail travel.

To get an an adult or a child/youth Opal card you can:

• order a card online, or 
• pick one up at a service centre (visit Opal card retailers and enter Service NSW in the search box).

Eligibility

For an adult Opal card:

• anyone over 16 who would normally pay full fare.

For a child/youth Opal card:

• children aged 4 to 15 years inclusive
• full-time NSW/ACT school students aged 16 years and older who have a senior secondary student card issued by their school.

What you need

• your personal details
• payment for your top up amount.

How to get a card

1. Select the 'Get an Opal card' button. 
2. Select 'Adult' or 'Child/Youth'.
3. Follow the prompts to order your Opal card.
4. Once you've ordered your card, it'll take about 5 to 7 working days to be delivered.

More information

If you're aged 16 years or over and are travelling with your child/youth Opal card, you must also carry your valid NSW senior secondary student concession card. If you don't, you may be fined.