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There 1:are a few things you can try if you’re having problems adding your digital Veteran Card to your phone.
Make sure you have the GOV.UK One Login app
Check that you have the GOV.UK One Login app on your phone. If you do not have it you’ll need to download it.
If you’re using a computer or tablet, open the app store on your phone and search for GOV.UK One Login.
If you’re using your phone you can download it from:
Make sure you have the right app. You cannot add your Veteran Card to any other government apps, such as the GOV.UK app or GOV.UK ID Check.
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If you’ve already started adding your Veteran Card, you should have a page open in your web browser with a QR code or button to add your Veteran Card.
Scan the QR code or tap the button to add your Veteran Card.
If you do not have the QR code or button to add your Veteran Card
You need to start the process of adding your Veteran Card again.
Go to Get a digital version of your Veteran Card and follow the instructions.
You may need to sign in and answer some questions again.
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Try starting the process of adding your Veteran Card again.
Go to Get a digital version of your Veteran Card and follow the instructions.
You may need to sign in and answer some questions again.
If that does not work, contact the Veterans UK Helpline.
Contact GOV.UK One Login if you need more help.
Updates to this page
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Updated guidance to make it clear it includes help for users who are having trouble getting a digital version of their Veteran Card
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Added instructions about how to add a digital Veteran Card to your phone using the GOV.UK One Login app, including who you can contact for help.
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Updated guidance on digital Veteran Card testing and availability. Removed steps not yet available to all users.
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Updated guidance to explain that digital Veteran Cards are currently being tested with a small number of people, and will be available to all veterans soon.
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Added translation
Update history
2025-10-17 16:41
Updated guidance to make it clear it includes help for users who are having trouble getting a digital version of their Veteran Card
2025-10-06 14:42
Added instructions about how to add a digital Veteran Card to your phone using the GOV.UK One Login app, including who you can contact for help.
2025-08-21 14:11
Updated guidance on digital Veteran Card testing and availability. Removed steps not yet available to all users.
2025-08-15 15:41
Updated guidance to explain that digital Veteran Cards are currently being tested with a small number of people, and will be available to all veterans soon.
2025-08-14 09:15
Added translation