Blue Badge

Supporting documents

To complete your application, you need to show us some proofs and provide a digital photograph. If applying online the photo must be in GIF, JPG, JPEG or PNG format and be a maximum of 10mb in size.

When applying for a Blue Badge you will need to upload your proofs. If you are unable to provide your proofs when completing your application, arrange an appointment to provide your proofs by telephoning 01482 210 000.

We need the documents to -

  • prove your identity
  • prove that your address is within the Hull City Council boundary
  • show us the benefits you receive if applicable
  • provide your Motor Insurance Policy to prove that you drive a specially adapted vehicle if applicable

Acceptable proof of identification -

  • valid driving licence
  • valid passport
  • valid bus pass
  • valid Blue Badge
  • birth certificate
  • marriage or divorce certificate
  • civil partnership or dissolution certificate

Acceptable proof of address dated within the last 12 months -

  • council tax bill for the current year
  • bank statement
  • utility bill
  • benefit book or letter
  • letter from health professional for example, GP or hospital
  • benefit award letter from the Department for Work and Pensions dated within the last 12 months
  • confirmation letter from Social Services or another local authority service that confirms that the applicant is resident
  • local Housing Allowance or other benefit award letter dated within the last 12 months
  • pensions letter from the Pension Service dated within the last 12 months

Showing us the benefits you receive if applicable -

  • Disability Living Allowance. Your award letter must state you receive higher rate mobility component. It must be dated within the last 12 months
  • Personal Independence Payment 'moving around' descriptor scoring 8 points or more. Your award letter must state the points are in this specific section
  • BD8 form
  • Certificate of Vision Impairment
  • War Pensioner's Mobility Supplement
  • Armed Forces and Reserved Forces Compensation Scheme - tariff levels one to 8 inclusive

Make sure you upload the front page and the points page of your PIP letter. Show how many points you receive under that section. If you do not have a points page, call DWP and request a copy.

If you drive a specially adapted vehicle, provide your Motor Insurance Policy.