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ISIC - International Student Identity Card
The ISIC card is the only internationally-recognised student ID. It is your passport to fantastic discounts and services at home and around the world. The ISIC is valid for one year after issuance
The ISIC card allows students all over the world to prove their official student status and make the most of targeted student benefits and discounts in close to 125,000 locations across almost 130 countries.
Historically, the ISIC card provides students with access to exclusive discounts on travel opportunities. ISIC cardholders can explore the world and discover new countries, cultures and languages at reduced rates.
Today, the portfolio of services goes far beyond travel alone. ISIC cardholders gain preferential access to over 150,000 products, services or experiences in every stage and area of student life. There are a multitude of benefits on offer to ISIC cardholders. Benefits extend anywhere from entertainment, software and travel to food, museums, educational courses and sports activities.
The ISIC card has been endorsed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) since 1968. ISIC is also supported by the European Council on Culture and the Andean Community of Nations. The card is recognised by universities, academic institutions, student unions, national governments, financial institutions and ministries of education around the world.
Who can get an ISIC card?
If you’re a full-time student at school, college or university and aged 12 or over, you can apply for a student card with ISIC. It’s a hassle-free process, and in no time at all you’ll be enjoying thousands of discounts and benefits at home and abroad. If you’re not a full time student, you may be eligible for our youth card (if you 30 years old or younger) or our teacher card (if you are a full time teacher).
What documents do I need to get an ISIC card?
The ISIC card is only for full-time students, so you need to bring one of the following documents, a recent passport size photo and your photo ID to your closest ISIC issuing office, or ready for upload when you apply online:
- A document that proves that you are currently studying full time at a recognised school, college or university.
- A copy of your university or student card, which is dated and clearly indicates you are currently a full-time student.
- A signed and dated letter on official university or school stationery, which states you are a full-time student.
Definition of a full-time student
As a general guideline students must be studying in a secondary school, university or college or educated at a recognised education institution for a minimum of 12 weeks and have at least 15 hours of contact time per week to be considered as a full time student. If you are a full-time teacher, or 30 years old or younger, you can also enjoy similar benefits to the ISIC card with the International Youth Travel Card (IYTC card) or the International Teachers Identity Card (ITIC).
VALIDITY
ISIC is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.