🛟 RNLI

The quickest way to confirm your eligibility is by adding and verifying your RNLI work email address during your application.

We only need to see documentation that proves your current employment to check that you are eligible. Sign Up Here!

If that doesn’t work, no problem - you can upload one of the following documents, as long as it matches the name on your Blue Light Card account:

✅ Accepted proof of eligibility

1. Work ID card showing:

• Your name

• Your RNLI affiliation

2. Payslip that includes:

• Your name

• Your RNLI affiliation

• A date within the last 3 months

3. RNLI Headed Letter that:

• Confirms your current role

• Is signed by your Station Commander

• Is dated within the last 3 months

🌊 Retired RNLI Staff - How to Apply

If you’re retired from the RNLI, you may still qualify for a Blue Light Card! Here's how to apply 👇

📄 Upload a pension document from any provider
📝 Include proof of at least 4 years’ relevant employment

Don't have these? Don't worry you can upload:

1. 📂 Two documents from at least 4 years apart (e.g. employer P60s or payslips)

2. 📨 An employment or leaver letter showing your start and end dates

3. 🗂️ A professional registration record with your work history or cease date

💡 Not sure if what you have is quite right? That’s okay. These are just examples we’re happy to look at anything that helps show how long you’ve been in service 🙂

⚠️ Had your ID declined? 

Don't worry, most issues are quick to fix! Take a look at our article on what to do if your ID has been declined for guidance on next steps