Tourettes Action ID cards

Tourettes Action Identity Cards can aid other people's understanding of Tourette syndrome by acknowledging your diagnosis and providing a short explanation of the condition.

Sometimes the symptoms of TS can be difficult to explain, and in situations like busy pubs, restaurants or on public transport, you may not want to get into a discussion about your TS.

The TA ID card is a credit card-size plastic card that will easily fit into a wallet or purse. It contains a passport size picture of the person and states that they have been diagnosed with TS. The ID card also comes with a pack of 25 information cards, business card size, that can be handed out to people. These have information about TS and inform people where they can find more information.

People who have used the cards say that it gives them extra confidence to go to places they might previously have avoided.

Language Translations

To provide some extra support when travelling, we have produced translations of the ID card in 12 languages, which have been verified as accurate by professional language translators Guildhawk.  These translations are free and can be used alongside your ID card. The different translations can be downloaded in the right column of this page.

How to apply for a Tourettes Action identity card

A pack containing the ID card and 25 business cards costs just £15. As part of your application you must supply an up to date passport size photo along with written confirmation of your diagnosis of TS.

• You can apply online by completing our online form and submitting your supporting documents and photo. Once we have received your online form we will send you a Paypal invoice to make payment for your order.
• Or you can download and print the ID card application form (right column) and return it to our Farnborough office along with all supporting documents and payment.

Please note that it can take up to two weeks for your ID card to be delivered once we have received your application.

Replacement cards and extra information cards

If you have lost your card you can order a replacement from TA for a cost of £5. You can also order extra packs of information cards for £2.50.

You can purchase these online or by downloading and completing the order section of the ID card application form (right hand column) and sending it, along with payment to our office.

If you have any questions about the TA ID cards please email us.