You can buy an Opal card in several ways depending on the type and your location in New South Wales, Australia. Adult and Child/Youth Opal cards can be purchased over the counter at various Opal retailers including convenience stores and newsagents. You can also get them at selected Transport Customer Service Centres and at some Service NSW locations. Additionally, adult and child/youth Opal cards can be ordered online through the official Opal website, and they will be delivered to you in about 5 to 7 working days. If you arrive at Sydney Airport, Opal cards are available at the ticket windows at both the Domestic and International Airport train stations. Some retailers at the airport such as WH Smith and Newsagents also sell them. Note that the card itself is free, but you need to add value before traveling, and there may be a minimum top-up amount, especially at the airport. For concession Opal cards and Gold Senior/Pensioner cards, these must be applied for online with proof of eligibility. Alternatively, if you are an adult traveler, you may use a contactless credit or debit card or a linked device for tap-on/tap-off travel on the Opal network without needing an Opal card. Summary of where to buy:

• Convenience stores and newsagents (in city and suburbs)
• Selected Transport Customer Service Centres
• Selected Service NSW locations
• Online via the Opal website
• Sydney Airport train station ticket windows
• Retailers at Sydney Airport like WH Smith

This variety of purchasing locations makes getting an Opal card convenient whether you are a resident or visitor to NSW.