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What is Defence Discount Service?

Defence Discount Service (DDS) is the official Armed Forces discount service, providing discounts online and in-store to members of the UK Defence community.

Trusted by MOD and recognised nationwide, DDS helps you save on everything from weekly essentials to major purchases.

Whether you're serving, have served, or support Armed Forces personnel, DDS makes accessing savings fast, easy, and safe.

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DDS is available to a wide range of Defence personnel, including:

Bereaved Family Member
Cadet Forces (aged 16 and over)
HM Armed Forces Veterans
MOD Civil Servant
NATO Personnel
Reserve Armed Forces
Serving HM Armed Forces
Spouse/Partner War/Service
Widow(er)

Unsure if you qualify? Check our Eligibility Help Page for more information

Sign up online

Creating your account takes just a few minutes.

Provide a few basic details and upload a valid form of ID or proof of service.
Once verified, you’ll receive instant access to online discounts.

All data is processed securely, and verification helps ensure benefits remain exclusive to the Armed Forces community.

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Select your service from the list of services on our registration page.

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Tell us about you and get verified.

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Pay just £4.99 and enjoy thousands of discounts online and in-store for 5 years.

Explore Online Discounts

Once logged in, you’ll unlock hundreds of exclusive online offers across:

Holiday discounts
Children & Toys discounts
Fashion discounts
Home & garden discounts
Mobile, broadband & TV discounts
Gifts & flowers discounts
Electrical discounts
Everyday savings
Sports and fitness discounts
Food and dining discounts
Jewellery and watches discounts
Health & beauty discounts

Why Choose Defence Discount Service?

Official Service for the UK Armed Forces Community

Trusted and verified—ensuring discounts stay exclusive.

Thousands of Discounts Across Top Brands

From supermarkets to travel, tech and home essentials.

Online & In-Store Savings

Access offers your way with instant digital deals or the Defence Privilege Card for in-store discounts.

Safe, Secure, Verified

Fully compliant; your data is protected.

Supported by Major UK Retailers

Including leading brands across food, travel, fashion, electronics and entertainment.

How Defence Discount Service works FAQs

Who can join the Defence Discount Service?

DDS is available to serving Armed Forces, Reserve Forces, Veterans, MOD Civil Servants, NATO Personnel, bereaved family member and eligible spouses or partners.

How do I sign up for the Defence Discount Service?

You can register online by creating an account, providing basic details and uploading valid ID or proof of service.

Membership costs £4.99 and lasts for 5 years.

What is the Defence Privilege Card?

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.

Do I get instant access to discounts?

Yes. Once your DDS account is verified, you can start using online discounts immediately.

Ready to Start Saving?

Join the official discount service for the UK Armed Forces community today.