If you’re 18 or turning 18 in 2024 , the European Union will pay for a train ticket so you can travel across the continent for a whole month. Yes, you read that right! The DiscoverEU program launched its 2024 campaign on April 16 , and 35,000 young Europeans can get a free train ticket to travel across Europe for 30 days.
Will you turn 18 in 2024? Then travel through Europe for free for 30 days!
Photo: Unsplash – Rome
Not everyone can apply for this travel pass, but it’s definitely worth it if you’re already dreaming of Rome and Vienna and your wallet isn’t thick enough to make that dream come true. So, how can you apply for the DiscoverEU program, and are you eligible?
To be eligible for this amazing opportunity, participants must meet the following criteria :
– You must be a citizen or resident of one of the EU member states. This also includes overseas countries and territories (OCTs). Or of one of the third countries affiliated with the Erasmus+ program (Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, and Turkey).
– You must have a valid ID card, passport number, or residence permit.
– You must have been born between July 1, 2005, and June 30, 2006 (inclusive).
Please note: You can register until 12:00 PM on April 30! In addition, applicants must complete a quiz, and free admission tickets will only be awarded to those who answer it correctly.
A one-month trip and lots of discounts
If your application is approved , you’ll have the chance to take a trip lasting 1 to 30 days between July 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025. You’ll also receive a DiscoverEU European Youth Card! This card offers plenty of discounts on cultural visits, educational activities, sports, local transportation, accommodation, and food… Isn’t that great?
If you’d like to read more about this initiative, you can do so here.
Good luck!
