Are you turning 18 this year, living in one of the EU or Erasmus+ countries, and want to travel and discover Europe? This is your chance!
The EU will award selected young people with a travel pass to explore the EU and countries associated with Erasmus+. This year, we celebrate 40 years of the Schengen Agreement, the foundation of border-free travel. On this occasion, the EU is offering 40 000 DiscoverEU travel passes. Applications are now open – apply before 13 November 2025 (midday, Brussels time). You can travel with a group of friends if they meet the eligibility criteria and you submit the application together.
If you are selected, you will receive a travel pass for the most environmentally friendly means of transport, such as trains (or other modes of transport in specific cases). You can travel for only 1 day and up to 30 days during the travel period, which is planned to start on 1 March 2026. You will also receive a DiscoverEU discount card offering numerous discounts on accommodation, culture, sports, local transport, and other services.
If you have a disability or a health problem that makes your travel challenging, you can get assistance and support.
Supporting young people is one of the Commission’s key priorities. DiscoverEU is part of the Erasmus+ programme. It offers 18-year-olds the opportunity to travel and explore Europe’s diversity, learn about its cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent.
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