Know anyone that’s interested?
Right now, we’re certain that some 18-year-olds are probably a bag of nerves as they sit their summer exams.
This being said, if you happen to know anyone that’s 18, carefree and well, a bit broke, this new EU initiative sounds like the perfect way for them to forget about any exam-induced stress.
DiscoverEU is an initiative that allows around 15,000 young people to receive a Inter Railing free travel pass for the summer.
As of now, 140 free Inter Rail tickets will be available to any 18-year-old that’s living in Ireland and the aim of scheme is to get young people interested in travelling around Europe. MEP Deirdre Clune has welcomed the scheme saying it will help young Irish people learn about and see other EU countries.
She said: “This is a fantastic initiative which is aiming to encourage young people to see more of Europe. There is so much to learn across Europe and a scheme such as this is very welcome in helping young people as they learn and develop.”
From next week on, anyone that’s aged 18 can apply for the tickets online via the European Youth Portal. Online applications will be open from 12th to 26th June.
Here are the various bits of information that applicants will need to know.
- To apply this year a person must be 18 years old on 1st July 2018.
- For the most part you will be travelling by rail.
- To ensure a wide access across the continent, the travel pass will also offer alternatives such as buses or ferries. In exceptional cases, and when no other transport means are available, travel by plane will be permitted. This will ensure that young people living in remote areas or on islands also have a chance to take part.
Who can apply?
You can only apply if you:
- Are 18 years old on 1 July 2018 (born between 2 July 1999 and 1 July 2000 included).
- Have the nationality of one of the 28 Member States of the European Union.
- Fill in your ID or passport number on the online application form.
- Start your journey in one of the EU 28 Member States.
- Plan to start your travel between 9 July and 30 September 2018.
- Plan to travel between 1 day and up to 30 days inclusive.
- Plan to travel to at least 1 and up to 4 foreign country destinations within the EU.
- Are willing to become a DiscoverEU Ambassador.
If you meet these criteria, then you can apply via the online registration tool. Best of luck with the application.
If you’re successful, just remember to send your mates a postcard!
🌍 18 years old? Up for an adventure? If yes, get ready to explore Europe by joining #DiscoverEU, an initiative of the EU allowing around 15,000 young people to receive a travel pass for this summer!
✍️ Applications open from 12 June – 26 June 2018.
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— European Movement Ireland (@emireland) June 7, 2018
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