Blue Badge in Lancashire
Who issues the badge in Lancashire, what it costs, and the official way to apply.
In short
Blue Badges in Lancashire are issued by Lancashire 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.
Lancashire at a glance
| Cost | £10 |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Lancashire County Council |
| Apply through | GOV.UK Blue Badge service |
| Lasts | Usually up to 3 years |
| Decision time (council's estimate) | up to 28 days |
Official route
Apply in Lancashire 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 Lancashire County Council.
Lancashire County Council also publishes its own Blue Badge information: Blue Badge page on the council website.
Which areas does Lancashire County Council cover?
Lancashire is a two-tier area: the county council issues Blue Badges for every district and borough within it. So wherever you live in Burnley, Chorley, Fylde, Hyndburn, Lancaster, Pendle, Preston, Ribble Valley, Rossendale, South Ribble, West Lancashire or Wyre, your badge comes from Lancashire County Council, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
Good to know: A separate fast-track pathway is available for applicants holding a DS1500 or SR1 palliative-care certificate. Upload your supporting documents during the online application to avoid postal delays.
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 Lancashire?
Lancashire County Council charges £10 for a Blue Badge (checked 2026-07).
Who issues Blue Badges in Lancashire?
Lancashire County Council. In two-tier areas like Lancashire the county council handles Blue Badges, not the district or borough councils.
How do I apply for a Blue Badge in Lancashire?
Apply through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service at https://www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge. Your application is passed to Lancashire County Council, which makes the decision. You can also ask the council about applying by paper if you cannot apply online.
I live in Burnley. Do I apply to Burnley council?
No. District and borough councils such as Burnley do not issue Blue Badges. Lancashire 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 Lancashire?
Lancashire County Council says decisions usually take up to 28 days. 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.