Term Plus Metro Add-On by Direct Debit

Term Plus Metro Add-On, the great value travel card for 5-15s and for 16-18s staying in full time education who qualify for a Network 16-18 Photocard is available by Direct Debit now! And to make life even easier you can now apply online.

Travel all day, every day on all National Express West Midlands and Coventry local bus services and Metro for just £22.75 a month (with 2 months free each year) when you purchase your Term Plus Metro Add-On Card by Direct Debit.

Term Plus by Direct Debit Prices
Areas Card (click for info) Price per month  
A B C M Young Person Regional Metro Add-On Term Plus £22.75 per month
(for 10 months)
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Prices correct as at: December 2009

How do I apply?

You can apply to join the Term Plus by Direct Debit scheme at any time of the year, you chose the month you wish your Term Plus to start. Please allow 2-4 weeks to process your application (all Term Plus cards are dated to start from the 1st of the month). Your first payment will be taken on the 1st of the next available month after your application has been successfully processed. A further 9 payments will be taken on the 1st of each consecutive month and the good news is that the following 2 months are FREE. (Terms and conditions apply).

Apply online:

You can now apply to join the Term Plus by Direct Debit scheme online where you see the 'Apply Online' button. First-time applicants will need to register before completing the application form and uploading your photograph. Note: You must be able to upload a suitable digital photo in order to apply online.

Apply by post:

Simply download a Direct Debit Application Form, complete and sign the form, then (remembering to enclose a colour passport-sized photograph) post it to:-
WM Cards Systems,
PO Box 3532,
Birmingham, B9 9BG

How do I get my card?

Once your application has been successully processed your first Term Plus Card will be posted to you along with a special plastic Photocard, there is no need to apply for a separate Network 16-18 Photocard. As long as your monthly direct debits are met you will then be sent a new Term Plus card each month.

After the first 12 month period there is no need to re-apply, as long as the holder is still eligible, we will continue to send out your monthly ticket until the holder reaches their 18th birthday.

What if I lose my card?

If your card is lost, stolen or destroyed we will issue one free replacement per academic term at our discretion.


Please note: To be sure your application is processed in time for the beginning of the next month we need to receive your application by the 10th of the preceeding month.

Young people wishing to travel on National Express special services 885 or 886 will need to apply for both a Term Plus and a Supplementary Ticket. Please indicate which supplementary ticket is required by writing the service number on top of your application form.