"Paul Weaver" wrote:
That doesn't sound right... is that for ordering online? If you are able
to get to a Tube station to get them in person, I'm pretty sure you can
top them up with whatever you want. Not 100% sure, though.

My last one I bought with a £10 note, but that includes the £3
non-refundable deposit. Have topped up with £2 before at machines.

Ah right - that's one thing though - on the "Your guide to Oyster" leaflet
it says that the deposit is refundable. I quote "When you first get your
Oyster card, you will need to pay a refundable £3 deposit if you are buying
a 7 Day Travelcard or using cash to pay as you go."

So if it is refundable, when does the refund happen, or is it in the form of
credits towards journeys or something?

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