Blue Badge in Devon
Who issues the badge in Devon, what it costs, and the official way to apply.
In short
Blue Badges in Devon are issued by Devon County Council, not by district or borough councils. The badge costs up to £10 and usually lasts up to three years. Apply or renew through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service, which sends your application to the council for a decision.
Devon at a glance
| Cost | Up to £10 |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Devon County Council |
| Apply through | GOV.UK Blue Badge service |
| Lasts | Usually up to 3 years |
Official route
Apply in Devon through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service. It is the same trusted route for every council in England, and your application goes straight to Devon County Council.
Devon County Council also publishes its own Blue Badge information: Blue Badge page on the council website.
Which areas does Devon County Council cover?
Devon is a two-tier area: the county council issues Blue Badges for every district and borough within it. So wherever you live in East Devon, Exeter, Mid Devon, North Devon, South Hams, Teignbridge, Torridge or West Devon, your badge comes from Devon County Council, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
Good to know: You can apply online through GOV.UK or by phone, and the council aims to contact applicants within 10 working days of submission. If you are refused, you have 28 days to appeal in writing.
Eligibility and the rules are set nationally
Who qualifies for a badge, and the parking rules once you have one, are the same across England, so our main guides apply wherever you live:
- Who qualifies for a Blue Badge — automatic and assessed routes, including hidden disabilities.
- How to apply, step by step — the documents, photo and proof you need.
- The parking rules — where the badge does and does not apply.
- The England scheme in detail.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Blue Badge cost in Devon?
In England a Blue Badge costs up to £10. Councils set the exact fee up to that cap, so check with Devon County Council when you apply.
Who issues Blue Badges in Devon?
Devon County Council. In two-tier areas like Devon the county council handles Blue Badges, not the district or borough councils.
How do I apply for a Blue Badge in Devon?
Apply through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service at https://www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge. Your application is passed to Devon County Council, which makes the decision. You can also ask the council about applying by paper if you cannot apply online.
I live in East Devon. Do I apply to East Devon council?
No. District and borough councils such as East Devon do not issue Blue Badges. Devon County Council handles badges for the whole county, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
Last updated: 23 July 2026. We review our guides regularly, but rules change, so always confirm with the official source for your nation.