ESNcard: The Erasmus Student Network Card Explained
Yes, for exchange and international students. The ESNcard is "the membership card of the Erasmus Student Network", "valid for 12 months". You get it "exclusively from your ESN local section", which sets the price (ESN Graz: €10).
At a Glance
- Who qualifies
- Exchange and international students
- How long it lasts
- 12 months
- Renewal
- Buy again
- Verified by
- Erasmus Student Network
How to Get the Discount
- Find your local ESN sectionAt your host university.
- Show your exchange statusWith ID and photo.
- Use partner discountsWith the code or card.
The Terms
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Who | Erasmus+ and other exchange students, international full-degree students, ESN volunteers |
| Valid | 12 months |
| Where | Your local ESN section |
| Price example | ESN Graz €10 (digital) |
| Partner example | MEININGER Hotels 10% |
Checked 14 October 2026.
Partner Discounts
MEININGER Hotels gives ESNcard holders 10% on direct bookings. ESN also lists partners such as Ryanair, FlixBus and FlixTrain; check the current terms on the ESNcard site.
Personal Card
The ESNcard is strictly personal and only valid with your photo and correct details.
Before You Pay
Read the current terms before you pay. Student offers can change without notice. Is the deal part of a subscription? Check the price after the discounted period. Then set a reminder before it renews.
How Verification Works
Have your student email, ID or enrolment letter ready. The brand may ask for proof before the student price applies. Keep any confirmation email in case questions come up later. That helps when you renew or upgrade.
Bottom Line
This offer pays off if you were buying anyway. Compare the student price with regular sales. A seasonal promotion can sometimes beat the student rate.
Compare the Alternatives
Before you buy, look at the alternatives linked on this page. Another brand may have a bigger student discount. It may also have a lower starting price. Check the final price with tax included. Add shipping too if you are ordering a physical product. The headline discount is not the whole story.
More travel: student travel discounts and ISIC.
Students also ask
What is the ESNcard?
The Erasmus Student Network membership card.
How much is it?
Set by the local section, e.g. €10 in Graz.
How long is it valid?
12 months.
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