DiscoverEU is an action of the Erasmus+ programme that gives you the opportunity to discover Europe through learning experiences. Travelling predominantly by rail (there are exceptions to allow those living on islands or in remote areas), successful applicants will discover Europe’s stunning landscapes and its variety of cities and towns. It is possible to apply during the two application rounds which take place each year. Successful applicants are awarded with a travel pass.As of 2022, the selected participants will also receive a DiscoverEU discount card with discounts on cultural visits, learning activities, sports, local transportation, accommodation, food etc.

More than 165 000 young people have been awarded a travel pass since the first application round in June 2018. Another round will take place between Tuesday 11 October 2022 at 12:00 (CEST) and Tuesday 25 October 2022 at 12:00 (CEST).

Eligibility criteria:

• be born between 1 January 2004 (included) and 31 December 2004 (included);
• complete the correct identity card (ID), passport or legal residence card number on the online application form;
• be citizen or long term legal resident* of one of the following countries: 

          -  one of the Member States of the European Union including Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs)  or 
          -  one of the third countries associated to the Erasmus+ programme: Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, and Turkey.

Travel: for a period of minimum 1 day and up to 30 days between 1 March 2023 and 29 February 2024. 

There will be a round in spring as well as in autumn every year.

For more information about eligibility criteria, application process etc. please refer to the source page of this call: https://youth.europa.eu/discovereu_en