Blue Badge in Hertfordshire
Who issues the badge in Hertfordshire, what it costs, and the official way to apply.
In short
Blue Badges in Hertfordshire are issued by Hertfordshire County Council, not by district or borough councils. The badge costs £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.
Hertfordshire at a glance
| Cost | £10 |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Hertfordshire County Council |
| Apply through | GOV.UK Blue Badge service |
| Lasts | Usually up to 3 years |
| Decision time (council's estimate) | 4 to 6 weeks |
Official route
Apply in Hertfordshire 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 Hertfordshire County Council.
Hertfordshire County Council also publishes its own Blue Badge information: Blue Badge page on the council website.
Which areas does Hertfordshire County Council cover?
Hertfordshire is a two-tier area: the county council issues Blue Badges for every district and borough within it. So wherever you live in Broxbourne, Dacorum, East Hertfordshire, Hertsmere, North Hertfordshire, St Albans, Stevenage, Three Rivers, Watford or Welwyn Hatfield, your badge comes from Hertfordshire County Council, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
Good to know: The badge is free for veterans whose disability is a direct result of injury in conflict while serving with the Armed Forces. The council advises applying at least six weeks before an existing badge expires.
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 Hertfordshire?
Hertfordshire County Council charges £10 for a Blue Badge (checked 2026-07).
Who issues Blue Badges in Hertfordshire?
Hertfordshire County Council. In two-tier areas like Hertfordshire the county council handles Blue Badges, not the district or borough councils.
How do I apply for a Blue Badge in Hertfordshire?
Apply through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service at https://www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge. Your application is passed to Hertfordshire County Council, which makes the decision. You can also ask the council about applying by paper if you cannot apply online.
I live in Broxbourne. Do I apply to Broxbourne council?
No. District and borough councils such as Broxbourne do not issue Blue Badges. Hertfordshire County Council handles badges for the whole county, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
How long does a Blue Badge decision take in Hertfordshire?
Hertfordshire County Council says decisions usually take 4 to 6 weeks. Timescales can stretch if an assessment is needed, so apply well before you need the badge.
Last updated: 23 July 2026. We review our guides regularly, but rules change, so always confirm with the official source for your nation.