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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!\u00a0<\/p>\n
The EU will award selected young people with a travel pass to explore the EU<\/strong> and countries associated with Erasmus+. This year, we celebrate 40 years of the\u00a0Schengen Agreement<\/a>, the foundation of border-free travel. On this occasion, the EU is offering 40 000 DiscoverEU travel passes<\/strong>. Applications are now open<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0apply<\/a> before 13 November 2025<\/strong> (midday, Brussels time). You can travel with a group of friends if they meet the eligibility criteria and you submit the application together.<\/p>\n 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\u00a0<\/strong>and up to 30 days during the travel period,\u00a0<\/strong>which is planned to start on 1 March 2026<\/strong>.\u00a0You will also receive a DiscoverEU discount card offering numerous discounts on accommodation, culture, sports, local transport, and other services.<\/p>\n If you have a disability or a health problem that makes your travel challenging, you can get assistance and support.<\/p>\n Supporting young people is one of the Commission\u2019s key priorities. DiscoverEU is part of the Erasmus+ programme.\u00a0It offers 18-year-olds the opportunity to travel and explore Europe\u2019s diversity, learn about its cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent.\u00a0<\/p>\n For more information<\/strong><\/p>\n DiscoverEU – apply now!<\/a><\/p>\n