Serving Armed Forces and Reserve Forces
Spouses/Partners of serving personnel
Great Savings for the Armed Forces Community
The official MoD discount service for the Armed Forces, Veterans and Armed Forces Community
Backed up by some great companies
Who’s eligible
Save in shops, restaurants and venues on the high street with the Defence Privilege Card
HM Armed Forces Veterans (ex serving)
MoD Civil Servants
Bereaved Family Members
War/Service Widow(er)s
Cadet Forces (over 16)
NATO Personnel in the UK
How it works
Step 1
Select your service from the list of services on our registration page.
Step 2
Tell us about you and get verified.
Step 3
Pay just £4.99 and enjoy thousands of discounts online and in-store for 5 years.
About us
We provide discounts both online and on the high street for members of the Armed Forces, Veterans and Armed Forces Community.
We are home of the Defence Privilege Card, the vetted discount card that can be used in stores, restaurants and venues to obtain armed forces discounts. This discount card allows Veterans and the Armed Forces Community to have a card that can allow them to receive military discounts.
Get more with the Defence Discount Service app
Easily search for stores or brands and get discounts on the go with your virtual card
Latest news
Big Summer Savings… coming soon!
Between Monday 30th June - Sunday 6th July 2025, we’re turning up the heat on our discounts. This is your invitation to enjoy access to sizzling savings across a range of brands, getting you summer ready for less.
"Discounts and dream getaways "
Now that we’ve left 2024 behind and the new year has begun, many of us will have started to think about our next getaway. No matter what your ideal break looks like, Blue Light Card partners with a wide range of travel and holidays providers Soak up the sun with our scorching beach holiday deals, including offers fromJet2 and Expedia. From the sun to a chillier setting – if you’re looking to hit the slopes in 2025, then check out our ski break offers with Sunweb, IHG and more!
Healthy savings with DDS
We’re partnered with a range of activewear, gym, vitamin and gym equipment brands to bring you exclusive savings and support your 2025 fitness journey. Exercise doesn’t have to be expensive and whether you’re looking to increase your cardio or build your strength, thanks to offers from PureGymand Nuffield Health, you can take the first steps to reach your training goals.
Member Days are back!
We’ve listened to you! In 2025 we have more Member Day events available than ever before, and tickets will go on sale across different dates so that you get more chances to book. Get ready! Tickets go on sale from 12pm Tuesday 4th February, they are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.