What is Delay Repay? Delay Repay is a national scheme that train companies use to compensate you for unexpected delays and cancellations. If you arrive 15 minutes or more late at your destination because of a delay or cancellation to a Southern service, you can claim Delay Repay compensation. Delay Repay is a national scheme train companies use to compensate passengers for delays or cancellations. You will find details of the scheme outlined in our new Passenger's Charter which is available at all our staffed stations or online on the Passenger's Charter page. Apply online now

Donate your Delay Repay We have set up a new partnership with both Samaritans & Railway Children, following customer feedback, giving you the option to donate to either cause if your train is delayed for 15 minutes or more. We have chosen to partner with these organisations as they support mental health and young people, two key focus areas for us. 100% of the funds raised by passengers will go to ensuring that Samaritans and Railway Children can continue their life-saving and life-enhancing work. Simply apply for Delay Repay and select the charity that you would like to donate to.

How to claim Delay Repay You need to apply for compensation online or by post within 28 days of your delayed journey. We'll respond to your claim within 20 working days, however unless there has been a period of disruption you should hear back from us within 5 days. To complete the online or printed form, you’ll need proof of travel. Valid proof of travel depends on what type of ticket you have. Paper ticket (you need one of the following) Your original ticket

The ticket receipt (if you no longer have your ticket)

A scan or photograph of your season ticket and photocard The Key Smartcard Key Smartcard number (found on the front of your smartcard) Smartcard from another train company If you have a smartcard issued by another train company, please provide the card number and the receipt/booking confirmation showing details of the ticket(s) held on your smartcard Oyster season ticket A receipt showing the date of purchase, the price you paid and the zones covered by your Oyster card Oyster pay as you go or Contactless payment A print-out showing where you touched in and out and the cost of your journey (You can get detailed information about your Oyster and Contactless journeys from your account page on the TfL website) If your card is registered, you can obtain a statement by visiting tfl.gov.uk. If you're claiming by post, send your form to: Freepost SOUTHERN

Govia Thameslink Railway

Unit 16

Coalfield Way

Ashby-De-La-Zouch

LE65 1JT Please note that each individual traveller must submit their own delay repay claim (unless it is for a child or under mitigating circumstances - more information here). If you submit multiple claims for the same journey these will be declined and will add a delay to you receiving any compensation due. All claims are checked and verified. Southern reserves the right to prosecute fraudulent claimants. Claims must be made by the person who experienced the delay except under mitigating circumstances. Our policy does not affect your legal rights. For more information about your legal rights please contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau or Trading Standards office. Apply for Delay Repay online

