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ISIC

Expatrio 2024-02-15
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ISIC is an internationally accepted student identity card that allows you to prove your student status worldwide and save a lot of money on various student discounts and special offers.

If you are a student, with our Value Package or Health Insurance Plus, you can get the ISIC card for free and enjoy 150,000 benefits in more than 130 countries.

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What is ISIC?

The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is the only internationally accepted proof of student status. Therefore, only university students can receive it as a part of the Value Package or Health Insurance Plus. The card is recognized by universities, academic institutions, student unions, national governments, financial institutions and ministries of education all around the world. 

With ISIC, students have discounts and other benefits in products, services, and experiences related to student life. The ISIC global app allows you to have a digital version of your card and carry it everywhere to enjoy all the benefits from its partners.

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How does it work? 

Once you have submitted all required documents for our Value Package or Health Insurance Plus, you will automatically get an email from ISIC with your personal log-in details. You will then just need to download the ISIC app before you can start enjoying the advantages and discounts.

What are the benefits of ISIC?

With ISIC you can enjoy the benefits in various areas of life including online shopping. In addition, the ISIC App enables you to get your discounts anywhere you go.

Check out more about the benefits:

  • Accommodation: discounts in major accommodation chains, such as Meininger Hotels, Aletto Hotels and more
  • Entertainment: discounts for unique experiences, from clubs entrances to Escape rooms
  • Food and drink: discounts and free drinks vouchers in several places of main cities in Germany
  • Culture: discounts in museums and other tourism-related places
  • Sport: from discounts in gyms' memberships to discount in adventures, such as bungee jumping and base flying
  • Services: discounts in pictures for job applications and other student life related services
  • Other: discounts in mobile phone repair, bike sharing, house items and much more

More about ISIC

ISIC was initially developed to facilitate cross-cultural understanding and international exchange. The card originally provided students with access to exclusive discounts on travel opportunities, allowing cardholders to discover and interact with new countries, cultures and languages at reduced rates. With time, ISIC evolved to an inclusive and digital service enabling more people to enjoy its benefits.

The ISIC Association is the organisation behind the ISIC card. The Association plays a supporting role in improving intercultural understanding, increasing educational opportunities and facilitating student life across the world. The ISIC card has been endorsed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) since 1968.

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ISIC card as part of the Value Package

Value Package

Your all-in-one solution for just 5€/month!

Unlock up to €249* worth of free benefits with the Expatrio Value Package

  • New: includes our free German Bank Account
  • German Blocked Account accepted by all German authorities
  • Award-winning public or private health insurance coverage4,5
  • Free Travel Health Insurance worth up to €953
  • Up to €90 cashback with your personalised health insurance2
  • Instant Blocked Amount confirmation once funds are received
  • 24hr customer response time
  • All-in-One app for life in Germany
  • ADDITIONAL FREE BENEFITS
  • Free International Student ID Card (ISIC) worth up to €15*
  • Free eBooks and resources for life and studies in Germany
  • In-app access to top-tier accommodation for internationals
  • Cost Breakdown
  • Monthly fee: Only €5
  • Blocked Account set-up fee: €0 (€49 cashback)1 limited time offer

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