ISIC is an International Student Identity Card. It was first started in the year 1953 by the ISIC Association which is a Non-Profit organization. To date, over 130 countries/territories have been issued this card. It is the only internationally accepted proof of bona fide student status. It is recognized by many universities, Educational Institutions, Student Unions, National Governments, Financial institutions, and Ministries of Education around the world.
ISIC card is authorized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) since 1968.
This card applies to Students who are at the age of 12 and above, studying in schools, Colleges, or Universities. ISIC cards can be used around the world by students to prove their official student status.
Through this card, the students can access over 150,000 student discounts and various offers worldwide.
ISIC card enables the students to get a wide range of supporting opportunities from the ISIC Association. The association plays a vital role in increasing educational opportunities and facilitating students around the world.
ISIC card is useful for those who travel frequently. This card offers discounts for which the University card is not valid. It provides free access to all museums, theatres and cultural centers. It also offers discounts for air travel, hotel and hostel accommodation, training, and other educational programs. The students who have the ISIC card can enjoy their leisure of shopping online and offline with various discounts.
The ISIC cardholder in Russia is eligible for more than 3000 discounts. This card is introduced to help many students to be able to live an affordable lifestyle in countries abroad.
Benefits of using the ISIC Card
Some of the Benefits that ISIC cardholder receives are:
City Transport – ISIC cardholders are entitled to discounts on public transport such as Metro, bus, tram, etc. This makes it affordable for the students to spend on their transportation. In Russia, if the regular fare of a metro pass is around 2770 rubles, a student pass can cost only 395 rubles.
Phone calls- The ISIC holder can enjoy a discount on phone call charges. They are offered various International phone call discounts.
Educational Courses- The students who are using ISIC cards can get discounts on any of their academic purposes. They can get discounts on purchasing books, things for their practical projects, or anything related to their academic use such as library membership, or any other professional membership.
Software licenses – This card enables the students to purchase any software at a discounted rate. Instead of spending more on buying new software at a high rate, they can easily get the same at a lower rate.
Concerts and Music festivals- It’s always a good idea to take a break from the regular routine in life, being able to get a discount on music or concert festivals is one of the great opportunities to relax from other academic purposes.
The ISIC card provides a lot of opportunities to the students to help them enjoy their stay while studying MBBS in abroad or any other courses.
The use of this card attracts more people to apply for it as it provides a discount on everything for a student to be able to afford his day-to-day expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- How do I get an ISIC card?
ISIC cards can be ordered online or at your nearest ISIC issuing office. Check with your local ISIC issuer on the process for getting an ISIC card if you are currently on break from study but will soon be enrolling in a study institution.
- How do I renew my ISIC?
In the ISIC app, you choose “show ISIC card”, then choose “update” your card and enter your new card number (S031000xxxx). The ISIC app displays your digital student card. It is available both for iOS and Android.
- What are the benefits of an ISIC card?
SIC cardholders gain access to 20,000+ discount providers at 1,50,000 outlets with discount partners across the globe, which saves them money. Discounts are available in categories like Food, Travel, Accommodation, Education, Entertainment, and E-Shops.
- What can I do with my ISIC card?
In addition to language courses, public transportation, concert tickets, software programs, sporting events, clothes, cultural activities, and entertainment, the ISIC offers several benefits. Cardholders benefit from exclusive offers and services by renowned cooperation partners. Cardholders benefit from exclusive offers and services by renowned cooperation partners.
- What is the validity of an ISIC card?
From the month of issue, ISIC will give you benefits for a full year (12 months).
- Are all the benefits applicable in all countries?
There are benefits to every country. Discounts may not be available in all countries. For discounts available in your city or in the city where you are traveling, please visit https://www.isic.org/.
- What is the eligibility of ISIC?
A person must be at least 12 years old and possess a valid document documenting their status as a student in order to qualify for ISIC.
- Will the discounts remain the same or do they change from time to time?
There is no need to notify us prior to adding, deleting or modifying discounts. To take advantage of this discount, we strongly recommend that you check the ISIC App or our website.
- What is the difference between the plastic Card and the digital Card?
It is the virtual equivalent of the plastic card. ISIC App users can create a digital card that can be accessed via the plastic card issued by the SIC office.
- What are the required documents for ISIC?
Documents proving student status are required:
- College identity card which has current validity mentioned on it.
- Bonafide letter from School/College/University
- Admission Letter from the University
- Fee receipt for next session
For the purpose of proof of identity, any of the following documents are acceptable:
- Passport
- Election Card
- Adhaar Card
- Driving License
