Local Discounts for Veterans in Jersey
Guidelines Veterans ID Card Application
(MOD Form 100)
Obtaining your Veterans ID Card is a straightforward process that provides valuable proof of your service and access to various benefits. Whether you apply online or by post, ensure you have all necessary information and documents ready to streamline your application. If you encounter any issues, the Veterans UK Helpline is available to assist you.
Benefits
The Veterans ID Card, which is free, provides a convenient way for veterans to verify their service in the Armed Forces. This card grants access to a wide range of support services and discounts.
Before You Start
Before beginning your application, ensure you have the following information and documents ready:
- Service Number
- National Insurance Number (used during your service)
- Approximate Service Dates (start and end years)
- Digital Passport-Style Photo (head and shoulders)
Your National Insurance Number can be found on tax-related documents such as your P60 or an old payslip. If you do not have these documents, you can obtain a letter with your National Insurance Number by visiting this link.
https://www.gov.uk/find-national-insurance-number
How to Apply
There are two ways to apply for the ID card:
- Online Application
- First visit the government website to prove your identity: https://www.gov.uk/using-your-gov-uk-one-login/proving-your-identity You will need:
- An email address
- A UK/Jersey passport with a biometric chip
- Access to a phone with a working camera
- Postal Application
- If you are unable to apply online or are applying on behalf of someone else, contact the Veterans UK Helpline who will send you a postal form to complete and provide assistance if required:
- Email: veterans-uk@mod.gov.uk
- Telephone: 0808 1914 218 (Mon-Fri 0800 to 1600)
Application Process
Once you have proven your identity, start the application process by visiting the link below and follow these steps:
https://apply-for-a-veterans-card.service.gov.uk/
- Screen One: Do you have a UK address? YES
- Screen Two: Did you serve in HM Forces? YES
- Screen Three: Select your last Service Branch
- Screen Four: Click Continue
- Screen Five: Click Continue to GOV.UK One Login
- Screen Six: If you already have a GOV.UK login, click Sign In. If not, click the green button to Create your GOV.UK One Login.
The next screen will guide you through the application process, asking for your email address and the password you created.
Pomme D’Or
Hotel
Liberation Square, St Helier JE1 3UF
The Seymour Hotel Group of which the Pomme D’Or Hotel is part, have very kindly offered a 10% discount on the production of a Veterans ID Card as follows:
- The Harbour Room Restaurant at the Pomme d’Or Hotel
- Café Bar at the Pomme d’or Hotel
Customers are required to present their membership card prior to presentation of their bill to ensure that the discount is applied.
In the restaurants the discount will be applied to the total bill (limited to one table of 8 people) but is NOT available on alcoholic beverages when food is not consumed)
This agreement is valid until 31 Dec 25.
Merton Hotel
Belvedere Hill, St Saviour JE4 9PG
The Seymour Hotel Group of which the Merton Hotel is part, have very kindly offered a 10% discount on the production of a Veterans ID Card as follows:
- Bonetti’s Restaurant at the Merton Hotel
- Membership at the Merton Leisure Club and Aquadrome
Customers are required to present their membership card prior to presentation of their bill to ensure that the discount is applied.
In the restaurants the discount will be applied to the total bill (limited to one table of 8 people) but is NOT available on alcoholic beverages when food is not consumed)
This agreement is valid until 31 Dec 25
Greenhills Country House Hotel
Mont de L’Ecole, St Peter JE3 7EL
The Seymour Hotel Group of which the Greenhills Country House Hotel is part, have very kindly offered a 10% discount on the production of a Veterans ID Card as follows:
- Greenhills Restaurant at the Greenhills Country House Hotel
Customers are required to present their membership card prior to presentation of their bill to ensure that the discount is applied.
In the restaurants the discount will be applied to the total bill (limited to one table of 8 people) but is NOT available on alcoholic beverages when food is not consumed)
This agreement is valid until 31 Dec 25.
Watersplash
Watersplash Beach Bar and Diner, La Grande Route des Mielles, St Peter JE3 7FN
The Seymour Hotels Group of which the Watersplash Beach Bar and Diner is part, have very kindly offered a 10% discount on the production of a Veterans ID Card as follows:
- The Watersplash Beach Bar and Diner Restaurant
Customers are required to present their membership card prior to presentation of their bill to ensure that the discount is applied.
In the restaurants the discount will be applied to the total bill (limited to one table of 8 people) but is NOT available on alcoholic beverages when food is not consumed)
This agreement is valid until 31 Dec 25.
Anderson Ltd
No.5 Waterloo Street, St Helier JE2 4WT and Le Quennevais Parade, St Brelade JE3 8FX
Normans Ltd
19 Commercial Buildings, St Helier JE1 1BU and Le Grande Route de St Martin, Five Oaks, St Saviour JE2 7GR
The company have kindly offered 10% discount on all stocked lines in-store. This includes premises at Commercial Buildings and Five Oaks including Building Centres, Auto Marine, Hire, Trade Centre, Timber and Fencing.
Normans have provided Privilege Cards for veterans to obtain this discount.
If you would like one of these cards, please contact a committee member at one of our events by presenting our veterans ID card or proof of service.
Blood Fitness
Martial Arts Academy
12-13 Caledonia Place, Weighbridge, St Helier JE2 3NG
Strive Health Club
L’Avenue de la Reine Elizabeth II, St Peter JE3 7BP
Pedal Power
36 The Parade St Helier JE2 3QQ
Channel Blind Company
Unit 6, Landes Du Marche, La Grande De St. Pierre, St Peter JE3 7AY
Apnea (Jersey) Ltd
11 New Street, St Helier, JE2 3RA
Butterfly Cafe
37-38 The Parade, St Helier, JE2 3DE
TAF Tyres
10 The Parade, St Helier, JE2 3QP
The company are happy to offer a 10% discount off the total bill to veterans. They will accept either a veterans ID Card or alternatively a Blue Light Card as evidence of former service.
01534 731683
Holland and Barrett
19 King Street, St Helier, JE2 4WF
Gourmet Galley
at Castle Kiosk
The Esplanade, St Helier, JE2 3QA
2 Tasty
5 New Street, St Helier, JE2 4WE
Schuh Jersey
57 King Street, St Helier, JE2 4WE
This shoe shop is happy to offer discounts to veterans on the production of a veterans ID card.
However, the amount of discount will vary depending on the product. You need to show your ID at the till, and they will ring up and apply the discount.
Mountain Warehouse
49 King Street, St Helier, JE2 4WE
H&D Hair Designers
Jacks Barber
7 King Street, St Helier, JE2 4WF
Big Maggy’s
Coffee and Bike Store
I F C 5, Esplanade, St Helier, JE2 3BY
Big Maggy’s are offering veterans 5% off their entire product range including special orders and 10% off bike servicing/labour. Veterans will need to produce their Veterans ID Card as evidence of former service.
Online Bike Bits
18 Great Union Road, St Helier JE2 3YA
OBB are offering veterans a labour rate of £70, 15% discount on clothing and accessories and 5% discount on tyres.
Veterans will need to produce their Veterans ID Card as evidence of former service.
Ryde Taxis
First Floor Forum 4, 4 Grenville St, St Helier, JE2 4UF
Veterans are entitled to 10% off any fare and can be used in any instance. Veterans must quote code ‘vetransje10’ at time of booking .
You can advance book via the Ryde Jersey Taxi booking app that you can download for Android and Apple devices, by emailing bookings@ryde.je or by phoning;
01534 666333.
Veterans may need to produce their Veterans ID Card if asked as evidence of former service.
Colomberie Clinic
13a La Colomberie, St Helier, JE2 4QB
Colomberie Clinic can offer veterans and their families a discount of 10% on all dental treatments on the presentation of their Veterans ID Card.
01534 727040
JERSEY WAR
TUNNELS
Jersey War Tunnels, Les Charrieres, Malorey, St Lawrence, JE3 1FU
Armed Forces Veterans are entitled to a 50% discount on the price of adult entry. Please show veterans identity card when paying for your ticket.
Active Jersey
Various Locations in Jersey including:
Les Quennevais, Fort Regent, Springfield, Oakfield, Langford and Haute Vallee. Further details on their website
Veterans are entitled to 10% discount on the full price 12-month unlimited membership product for 2025. This will be reviewed in 2026.
However, if you are over the age of 65 or have a pension card, or under the age of 18, you are entitled to the discount rate of 30%.
If you are an employee of the States of Jersey then you can receive a discounted corporate rate of 25%.
Blue Light Card
Apply online through company website
Defence Discount Card
Defence Discount Service, PO Box 10960, Syston Road, Leicester LE7 4TY
The Defence Discount Service is home to the official Veterans Discount Card. The Service was launched in 2012 to help encourage the community to support the Armed Forces, Veterans and the Defence Community. The card costs £4.99 for a 5-year membership but you can register online for free and obtain the online discounts.
There are hundreds of online discounts from large national retailers with offers from things such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many other items.
Veterans Railcard
If you need any help or advice, please contact: Veterans UK Support Freephone 0808 1914 218 or visit www.gov.uk/veterans-uk
The Veterans Railcard gives 1/3 off most rail fares including Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares to Veterans across England, Wales and Scotland, whether they are visiting family and friends or simply enjoying a day out.
You can also nominate a companion to get 1/3 off when travelling with you and up to 4 children travelling with you get 60% off.
If you have served for at least one day in His Majesty’s UK Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) you are entitled.
A 1-year Veterans Railcard costs just £30. If you want to get more for your money, the 3-year Veterans Railcard is great value at £70, saving you £20 on the cost of renewing your 1-year Veterans Railcard for 3 consecutive years.
The Veterans Railcard is available to buy online and by post, and you can choose to have it on your phone (digital) or to have a physical card posted to you.