Blue Badge in Warwickshire
Who issues the badge in Warwickshire, what it costs, and the official way to apply.
In short
Blue Badges in Warwickshire are issued by Warwickshire 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.
Warwickshire at a glance
| Cost | Up to £10 |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Warwickshire County Council |
| Apply through | GOV.UK Blue Badge service |
| Lasts | Usually up to 3 years |
Official route
Apply in Warwickshire 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 Warwickshire County Council.
Which areas does Warwickshire County Council cover?
Warwickshire is a two-tier area: the county council issues Blue Badges for every district and borough within it. So wherever you live in North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth, Rugby, Stratford-on-Avon or Warwick, your badge comes from Warwickshire County Council, and the official service routes your application there automatically.
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 Warwickshire?
In England a Blue Badge costs up to £10. Councils set the exact fee up to that cap, so check with Warwickshire County Council when you apply.
Who issues Blue Badges in Warwickshire?
Warwickshire County Council. In two-tier areas like Warwickshire the county council handles Blue Badges, not the district or borough councils.
How do I apply for a Blue Badge in Warwickshire?
Apply through the official GOV.UK Blue Badge service at https://www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge. Your application is passed to Warwickshire County Council, which makes the decision. You can also ask the council about applying by paper if you cannot apply online.
I live in North Warwickshire. Do I apply to North Warwickshire council?
No. District and borough councils such as North Warwickshire do not issue Blue Badges. Warwickshire 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.