The CEA Card is a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA) formerly the Cinema Exhibitors’ Association (CEA).
The scheme was introduced in 2004 and is one of the ways for participating cinemas to ensure they make reasonable adjustments for disabled guests when they go to the cinema; in particular it ensures a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them. Approximately 90% of cinemas in the UK accept the CEA Card. The card costs £6.00.
How to Apply
There are three ways in which you can apply for your CEA Card.
Full Online Application
This option involves:
- entering your personal details online
- uploading a passport style ID photo
- uploading a scanned copy of an appropriate document proving your eligibility
Part Online – Part Postal
If you are unable to upload your ID photo and eligibility document, BUT are able to enter your personal details online, then the best option for applying is provided by the ‘Part Online – Part Postal’ approach. Using this option involves:
- entering your personal details online
- printing your completed, filled in application form on your personal printer
- posting your printed application form, together with your ID photo and copy of your eligibility document, to the given address
Full Postal Application
The third option is to complete and submit your application, with payment by cheque or postal order, entirely by post. For your convenience, blank application forms can be printed from the website by selecting the “Full Postal Application” option. Otherwise, forms can be obtained from participating cinemas.
Remember to include your ID photo, a copy of your eligibility, documentation and your cheque or postal order for the processing fee.
Proof of Eligibility:
The eligibility criteria are kept under review and maybe updated from time to time; currently people who receive one of the following
benefits are eligible:
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- Attendance Allowance (AA)
- Blind Persons Registration
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
Additionally, limitations placed on Cinemas by their local licenses require children and young people under 8 years of age to be accompanied by a responsible person; consequently, applications for cards can only be considered for people who are 8 years of age or older.
Address:
PO Box 212 Waterlooville PO7 6ZN
Telephone: 023 9224 8545
Textphone: 18001 023 9224 8545
Website: www.ceacard.co.uk