About the CEA Card

The CEA Card is a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA).

The Card enables a disabled cinema guest to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema.

The Card is also one way for cinemas to make sure they look after their disabled guests. If you require an adjustment to visit a cinema because of your disability, cinema staff should make them for you whether you have a CEA Card or not.

The Card is developed by UKCA’s Disability Working Group, whose members include film exhibitors and distributors, and national disability charities such as RNID, RNIB, Dimensions and Whizz Kidz.

Apply or Renew

The CEA Card is available to applicants aged 5 years and above.

To apply, you will need:

Proof of eligibility
A photo
Payment of £6.00

You will need your previous card number if you wish to renew your CEA Card.

You can pay for your card online or by post.

Frequently Asked Questions

This section aims to answer common questions about the CEA Card. If you can’t find the answer you are looking for, please contact us and we will try to help.

1. What does the CEA Card entitle me to?

2. Why has this scheme been set up?

3. Which cinemas accept the card?

4. Are there any conditions to my using the card?

5. Who is eligible for a card?

6. What is on the card?

7. How long is the card valid for?

8. Why is there a £6.00 fee to pay?

9. How long will I have to wait for my card?

10. What eligibility documents are needed to support my application?

11. How do you validate my application?

12. Can I send original documents and have them returned to me?