Your Access to Student Discounts: South Africa & Beyond

Your Access to Student Discounts: South Africa & Beyond

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. All available through the global app.

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. All available through the global app.

Only R120. Get your membership today!

Only R120. Get your membership today!

The ISIC card is your gateway to incredible savings and global opportunities. Whether you’re a student in South Africa or traveling the world, this is your passport to over 150,000 student discounts and offers.

The ISIC card is your gateway to incredible savings and global opportunities. Whether you’re a student in South Africa or traveling the world, this is your passport to over 150,000 student discounts and offers.

Who can apply?

If you’re a full-time primary or high school, college, or university student aged 7 or over, you can apply for the ISIC student card. There is no upper age limit.

Who can apply?

If you’re a full-time primary or high school, college, or university student aged 6 or over, you can apply for the ISIC student card. There is no upper age limit.

Internationally Recognized

The ISIC card is internationally recognized, featuring your photo, school name, student name, and date of birth. Its validity extends globally, allowing you to access discounts not only in South Africa but also worldwide. These discounts cover a wide range of categories, including entertainment, hotels, dining, telecommunications, cinemas, clothing and accessory stores, bookshops, travel, transportation, and more.

More information about the ISIC card and discounts can be found on www.isic.org

Internationally Recognized

The ISIC card is internationally recognized, featuring your photo, school name, student name, and date of birth. Its validity extends globally, allowing you to access discounts not only in South Africa but also worldwide. These discounts cover a wide range of categories, including entertainment, hotels, dining, telecommunications, cinemas, clothing and accessory stores, bookshops, travel, transportation, and more.

More information about the ISIC card and discounts can be found on www.isic.org

Digital Access

Digital Access

Easily access your ISIC card digitally through our dedicated ISIC application, which provides more than just the usual discounts. Discover exclusive coupons and more features available on the app. Learn more about the app here.

Easily access your ISIC card digitally through our dedicated ISIC application, which provides more than just the usual discounts. Discover exclusive coupons and more features available on the app. Learn more about the app here.

Eligibility and Requirements

Order online and receive a virtual card (all you need).

All full-time students at accredited primary or high schools, colleges and universities are eligible for an ISIC. When applying please provide ONE of the following documents:

A copy of your university or student identity card, clearly dated and indicating you are a full time student. Needs to be valid and show validity date.

A signed and dated letter on official university or school stationery stating you are studying there full time. We prefer an original copy, although photocopies and faxes may be accepted.

Eligibility and Requirements

Order online and receive a virtual card (all you need).

All full-time students at accredited primary or high schools, colleges and universities are eligible for an ISIC. When applying please provide one of the following documents:

A copy of your university or student identity card, clearly dated and indicating you are a full time student

A signed and dated letter on official university or school stationery stating you are studying there full time. We prefer an original copy, although photocopies and faxes may be accepted.

You will also need:

Proof of your date of birth (for example: passport, birth certificate, Official Identity Card issued in your country of residence)

A recent passport sized photograph of yourself

You will also need:

Proof of your date of birth (for example: passport, birth certificate, Official Identity Card issued in your country of residence)

A recent passport sized photograph of yourself

The card is valid for 12 months from the date of ordering the card. The card ordered on 3.1.2022 is valid until 2.1.2023. You can buy this card at any time during the current academic year, while on the day of purchasing the card, the applicant for the card must be a student/full-time pupil at HEI/SECONDARY / PRIMARY SCHOOL – a certificate of admission is not sufficient, it is necessary to show a certificate of enrolment/study.

Only R120. Get your membership today!

Only R120. Get your membership today!

FAQ’s

ISIC stands for International Student Identity Card. It’s the only globally recognized student ID card, valid in nearly 114 countries, ensuring your student status is acknowledged wherever you travel. With an ISIC, you gain access to over 150,000 exclusive student savings!

When applying for an ISIC, students upload a copy of their official full-time student status. This is verified alongside their identification to confirm their registered full-time student status.

The ISIC, IYTC, and ITIC cards are valid for 1 year from the date of issue.

An ISIC costs R120 per year. Your ISIC is a virtual card for use on your iOS, Android, or other mobile device. Click here to get your card.

To obtain an ISIC, you can order it online here.

The ISIC is issued as a virtual card. After placing an order, the ISIC team will verify your student status. Once verified, you will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your virtual ISIC.

Yes! The ISIC is available for any student. It’s called an International Student Identity Card because you can use it globally.

A card order typically takes up to 2 business days to process. Once an application is received, the ISIC team must review the application, including student status and identity documents. Once the application is approved by the ISIC team, an email is immediately sent with instructions to activate the virtual card and serial number.

The ISIC server is located in the European Union (EU). ISIC South Africa maintains the highest level of data protection and security of all cardholders. As our server is located in the EU, ISIC South Africa also maintains, along with the ISIC Association, strict adherence to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Protection of Personal Information (POPIA). All uploaded identity documents, such as proof of student status and identity confirmation documents, are automatically deleted from the ISIC server within a few days of application processing. Your name, email address, and phone number will only be stored for marketing purposes and relevant updates on discounts, etc. More information on GDPR can be found at gdpr.eu and on our privacy policy page.

The ISIC has been made easily available online. Select the card you wish to obtain above and complete the easy application. Cards are not available for in-person issuing or pickup unless through a partnered University or College.

If your card is expiring soon or has expired, you must apply for a new card using the new application form. A new application is required as we require your proof of student status.

The ISIC card is an internationally recognized identification for full-time students. Its validity extends globally, enabling you to access discounts not just within South Africa, but also worldwide. These discounts cover various categories such as entertainment, hotels, dining, telecommunications, cinemas, clothing and accessory stores, bookshops, travel, transportation, and much more. View the full list of discounts here.

  • It is the exact copy of your physical ISIC card on your phone.
  • To use your virtual ID, you will not need an internet connection.
  • Virtual ID is a valid proof of your student/scholar status for public transport discounts.
  • Virtual ID has enhanced security features.

Download the free ISIC App and start using your virtual ID now!

  • Download the ISIC App from Google Play or App Store.
  • Sign in to the App entering your ISIC card number.
  • Check the approval link in your e-mail.
  • Browse thousands of discounts and use your virtual ID!

There can be several reasons why you can’t log in to the ISIC global App:

  • You have inserted incorrect login details.
  • There is a problem with your account.
  • You are using an ISIC profile that is not accepted.

Here’s what you can do:

  • Ensure you have created an ISIC global app profile. See video: (video link)
  • All previous ISIC profiles will not work.

If you are still having problems, please contact [email protected].

We take refusal of a promoted discount or benefit very seriously. In order to fully investigate, please contact us and explain what happened and where with as many details as possible. We will fully investigate the matter.