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EU opens applications for free DiscoverEU travel pass for 18‑year‑olds
Applications close on 15 October 2026; passes allow up to seven days of eco‑friendly travel from March 2027 to May 2028.
By Felo News Desk · Published
The European Commission announced that 18‑year‑old residents of EU and Erasmus+ countries can apply for a free DiscoverEU travel pass. Applications are open until 15 October 2026 at midday Brussels time, according to the Commission’s website.
Selected applicants will receive a pass valid for up to seven days of travel within a one‑month window, usable any time between 1 March 2027 and 31 May 2028. The pass covers environmentally friendly transport such as trains and, in specific cases, other modes.
In addition to the travel pass, recipients will get a DiscoverEU discount card offering reductions on accommodation, cultural activities, sports, local transport and other services. The scheme also provides assistance for applicants with disabilities or health challenges.
DiscoverEU is part of the Erasmus+ programme and aims to promote youth mobility, cultural exchange and sustainable travel across Europe.
Key facts
- Applications for the free DiscoverEU travel pass close on 15 October 2026 at midday Brussels time. (ec.europa.eu)
- The pass allows up to seven days of travel within a one‑month period between 1 March 2027 and 31 May 2028. (ec.europa.eu)
- Recipients also receive a discount card for accommodation, culture, sports and local transport. (ec.europa.eu)
- The scheme is part of the Erasmus+ programme and targets 18‑year‑olds in EU and Erasmus+ countries. (ec.europa.eu)
Sources
- [1] ec.europa.eu — originally reported as “Turning 18? Apply for a free DiscoverEU travel pass”
