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Full-time Students

International Student Identity Card

The ISIC card is the only internationally accepted student identity card which provides student status verification, thousands of discounts worldwide and access to the global student community.

Why get the ISIC card

Prove Student Status

ISIC card is the only internationally recognized proof of full-time student status endorsed by UNESCO.

Save Money

Get access to thousands of student discounts for shopping, culture, food and more both at home and abroad!

Global Community

Be part of a global student community and access student services and facilities internationally.

ISIC Mobile App

Access your digital card, offers, and more all within your mobile device.

Student Mobility

Travel with ISIC and prove your student status in over 100 countries.

Life-changing experience

Enjoy services and experiences relevant to all aspects of student life.

Thousands of discounts in more than 100 countries

Join millions of students who already
have a valid ISIC card!

Card Eligibility

Who is eligible for ISIC card?

If you are a full-time student at school, college or university you can apply for an ISIC Scholar or ISIC Student card. There is no upper age limit. Qualifying student status is defined as being minimally 15 hours of study a week for at least 12 weeks per year.

 

ISIC offers both digital and physical cards, allowing students to instantly prove their official student status and access over 150,000 student discounts and offers worldwide.

 

Proof of full time student status will be required at time of application.

 

No longer a student?

 

Don’t worry! If you are 30 years old or younger, you are eligible for the International Youth Travel card (IYTC). With an IYTC card, you are still part of the ISIC global community and can take advantage of thousands of similar benefits and discounts that the ISIC student card offers.

Academic Co-branded Cards

Many academic institutions issue co-branded ISIC student cards on campus. Check with your school if they offer ISIC.

Card Cost

The price of ISIC Scholar and ISIC Student card is 20 CHF. Different prices apply for academic partners!

Card Validity

ISIC cards are generally issued in line with the annual study cycle.