At what age in the United Kingdom can you apply for an Identification Card (ID) card ?

Question

And do you have to be a UK citizen, or can anyone in the UK apply for one?

Answer 1

why do you want one? they are a breach of our human rights and if you want to prove your age then just get a student card..they also get10% off at topshop!!

Answer 2

I was not aware that we had identification cards in Britain. It will be a black day when we do.

Answer 3

You can pick up 'Prove it' forms in many shops that allow you to have an age ID at ANY age.

Answer 4

you can get a card that basically just has your age on it to prove things like, buying cigerettes or getting into clubs. i think the youngest u can get it is a month before your 16th birthday! im not sure what there called though

Answer 5

Just get a passport. An ID card won't let you travel abroad.

Answer 6

Quote:

"The National Identity Scheme will be for all UK residents over the age of 16".

http://www.ips.gov.uk/identity/scheme-wh...