What is ISIC?

ISIC is an identity card which not only proves your student status but open the door for 20,000+ discounts at 1,50,000 outlets in more than 125 countries.

ISIC is endorsed by organizations such as UNESCO, the European Council on Culture and the Andean Community of Nations. The card is recognized by universities, academic institutions, student organizations, national governments and ministries of education around the world.

ISIC Related

What is the ISIC Association?
International Student Identity Card Association (ISIC Association) is a not-for-profit global student organization established in 1953 during the International Student Conference held in Copenhagen, Denmark. ISIC facilitates Students, Teachers and Youth with the only internationally accredited and globally recognized identity proof combined with 1,50,000+ discounts and 150+ endorsements from global and local organizations including UNESCO, UNWTO, AIESEC, Ministries of Culture, Tourism and Education.


What is the International Student Identity card (ISIC)?
ISIC is a Bonafide proof of student status issued by the ISIC Association which provides students access to 1,50,000+ discounts in India and 125+ other countries.

What is the ISIC - Yes Bank Student Prepaid Card?
The ISIC - Yes Bank Student Prepaid card is a 3-in-1 card issued to a Student above 9 years of age and serves as:

  • The only internationally recognized/accepted Student Status Proof valid in 125+ countries including India
  • ISIC benefits/discounts card providing access to 1,50,000+ discounts in India and 125+ other countries
  • Yes Bank Prepaid Payment Card on Visa network providing financial independence to the students

See how you benefitted from the Card here www.isic.co.in/why-isic  

What is the ISIC - Yes Bank Teacher Prepaid Card?
The ISIC - Yes Bank Teacher Prepaid card is a 3-in-1 card issued to a Teacher of an educational institution and serves as:

  • The only internationally recognized/accepted Teacher Status Proof valid in 125+ countries including India
  • ITIC benefits/discounts card providing access to 1,50,000+ discounts in India and 125+ other countries
  • Yes Bank Prepaid Payment Card on Visa network

See how you benefitted from the Card here www.isic.co.in/why-isic  

What is the ISIC - Yes Bank Youth Prepaid Card?
The ISIC - Yes Bank Youth Prepaid card is a 3-in-1 card issued to an individual below 30 years of age and serves as:

  • The only internationally recognized/accepted Youth Status Proof valid in 125+ countries including India
  • IYTC benefits/discounts card providing access to 1,50,000+ discounts in India and 125+ other countries
  • Yes Bank Prepaid Payment Card on Visa network

See how you benefit from the Card here www.isic.co.in/why-isic  


The ISIC Card Number is showing invalid?
Please ensure that you are putting the ISIC Card Number correctly. The ISIC Card Number is the 14 digit alpha-numeric number mentioned on the top right corner of your card. Please enter the full 14 digits of the Serial Number. If the problem still persists, please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742 or drop an email to info@isic.co.in mentioning your ISIC Card Number.

Benefits Related

Where can I see the benefits/discounts that are available on my Card?

The ISIC benefits/discounts can be viewed on:

  • Val U Application: Download the Val U App from Google Playstore for Android devices from  __________or from the Apple Store for iOS devices from ______________________. Tap on 'Discounts' on the Home Screen to view the list of Discounts available on your card. You can also Tap on Nearby to see the discounts which are available around you on Google Map.
  • You can also view the discounts on our website www.isic.co.in/discounts

Can the discounts be searched easily on my phone or tablet?

Yes. The ISIC benefits/discounts can be viewed on the Val U Application.

Download the Val U App from Google Playstore for Android devices from  __________or from the Apple Store for iOS devices from ______________________. Tap on 'Discounts' on the Home Screen to view the list of Discounts available on your card. You can also Tap on Nearby to see the discounts which are available around you on Google Map.

What if the virtual ID is not accepted by a discount provider?

Kindly check on your Val U Application or on our website if the merchant is listed as an ISIC Benefit Provider. You can view the discounts listed on our website here www.isic.co.in/discounts. If the discount is listed, then please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

The Shopkeeper refused to give me the discount?

Kindly check on your Val U Application or on our website if the merchant is listed as an ISIC Benefit Provider. You can view the discounts listed on our website here www.isic.co.in/discounts. If the discount is listed, then please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

What if the coupon code provided to avail the benefit is invalid?

Please ensure that you are entering the coupon code correctly. Please also ensure that the coupon code is being entered on the link provided on the discounts page for that particular discount. If the problem still persists, please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Can I get all the discounts in my country?

Tap on 'Discounts' on the Home Screen of the ISIC Global Application. Enter your country in the Search Bar on the top and view all the Discounts available in your country. Each country has it's own discounts and you should check the availability of the Discount and the Terms and Conditions before approaching a merchant for a Discount.

How do I access the discounts?

Tap on the 'Discounts' on the Home Screen of the ISIC Global Application. Select the Discount you want to access. Tap on the Offer Drop Down Arrow and follow the steps mentioned there to access the Discount.

Mobile Wallet Related

Payment Methods  Razorpay Commercials
Debit Cards more than Rs. 2000 (Except Rupay) 1%
Debit Cards less than or equal to Rs. 2000 (Except Rupay) 0.5%
Rupay Debit Card 0.2%
UPI more than Rs. 2000 0.2%
UPI less than or equal to Rs. 2000  0.2%
Credit Cards(Master,Visa,Rupay) 1.8%
Net-banking (HDFC, ICICI, AXIS, SBI, KOTAK,YES bank) 1.65%
Net Banking (All Others)  1.35%
Mobile Wallets 1.75%
Corporate Cards 2.75%
International Cards 2.8%
Diners / AMEX 2.75%
EMI & Cardless EMI (Zest Money, Early Salary etc)  2.50%
Settlement Cycle (Domestic) T+2
Settlement Cycle (International) T+7

 

Prepaid Card Problems Related

How do I activate my ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card?

Please refer to the Card Activation Manual in the Welcome Kit sent to you for the steps to activate the ISIC -Yes Bank Prepaid card. 

Can I use my card anywhere to make the payments?

No. The ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card can be used only in India to make the payments. However, the benefits & discounts on the card can be used in 125+ countries including India.

Where can the payments be made using the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Cards?

The ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Cards can be used to make payments:

  • Online
  • At Merchant POS through the Physical Card (5 Million+ Visa card accepting outlets)

You can also use your card for Cash withdrawals at ATM.

How do I make the payments online using the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Cards?

You can either copy the card number from the Virtual Card in the Val U Application or put the physical card details to make the payment online.

How do I load money on the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid card?

Your Card is connected to the e-wallet on the Val U Application. Once the money is loaded on the e-wallet you can use your card to make payments and the money gets deducted from the e-wallet. You do not need to load money separately on your card.

Money can be loaded on the e-wallet using the following options:

  1. UPI transfer
  2. Debit/Credit Cards
  3. Net Banking

We recommend that you use UPI to load your wallet since you pay less charges through UPI transactions. 
 

Can the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card be used to withdraw cash from ATM?

Yes, the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card can be used to withdraw cash from ATMs across India.
 

Is there any transaction limit on the card?

The maximum limit on your Card is INR 2 Lac (INR 2,00,000/-) at any given time. You can also set your personal transaction limits in the Card section of the Val U Application.

What if the payment is denied?

Please check the Val U application for the balance on your e-wallet. Ensure that there is sufficient balance in your e-wallet for the transaction you are trying to make.
If the problem still persists, connect with the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Is it necessary to have a Bank account / Savings account in order to apply for the prepaid card?

No! A Bank account is not required to apply for the Card or to use the Card.

Pin or Password Related

How do I obtain the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card ATM PIN?

Once you activate the physical card on the Val U Application you will automatically be asked to generate the ATM Pin. You can also reset the ATM PIN from the Card section in the Val U Application. 

How do I change the ISIC - Yes Bank Prepaid Card ATM PIN?

The ATM Pin can be reset using the "Reset ATM Pin" tab under the Cards section in the Val U Application

How do I change the Val U Application MPIN?

The Mobile Pin/MPIN can be reset using the "Change Mobile Pin" tab under the Profile section in the Val U Application

How do I change the Val U Application Password?

The password can be reset using the "Change Password" tab under Profile section in the Val U Application

Card Ordering Related

How can I order a Card?

If you are a Student, Teacher or a Youth, you can order the card online through the ISIC Website: www.isic.co.in or through the Val U Application. You can download the Val U Application from here [______]

How can I check order status of my Card?

Kindly connect with the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in to check the status of your Card order.

What is the cost of the Card?

The cost of the Card is INR 1180/- (Inclusive of 18% GST)

Card Lost or Stolen or Reissue

How do I renew my Card?

If your Card has expired you will have to apply for a new card. The new Card can be applied online through the ISIC website: www.isic.co.in or through the Val U Application. You can download the Val U Application from here [______]

My Card was lost/stolen?

Once you are sure that your card is lost or stolen, please immediately block your Card. You can block your Card through the card section in the Val U Application. The Card once blocked cannot be unblocked and you will have to order a new Card. You can also block the Card by calling the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693

Val U App Related

I am unable to login to the Val U Application

  • Please check if you have used the correct login credentials i.e. Name, Mobile Number, Email ID
  • If the problem still persists, please contact ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

I can't remember my Password

You can reset your password using the "Forgot Password" tab on the login screen

My Val U Application account is blocked

Please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Not getting OTP for registration

Kindly check the network connection of your phone. If the problem still persists, please contact the ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Unable to create the MPIN

Please contact ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Unable to change the Val U Application Password

Please contact ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

Not able to sign-up on the Val U Application

  • Please ensure you are entering all the details in the required format
  • If the problem still persists, please contact ISIC Helpdesk at 1800-1024-742, Whatsapp at 9599668693 or drop an email at info@isic.co.in

 

How to Apply

What documents do I need to apply for the ISIC - Yes Bank Student Prepaid Card?

The ISIC - Yes Bank Student Prepaid Card is issued only to Students. The documents required for the application include:

  • Student Status Proof:
    a) Scanned copy of the School/College/University ID  with the validity mentioned on the Card
    b) Scanned copy of the Duly signed and stamped letter from the School/College/University confirming the Student status
  • Scanned copy of a valid Photo ID and address proof: Passport/Driving License/Voter ID
  • Scanned copy of passport size photograph
  • Scanned copy of Pan Card

What documents do I need to apply for the ISIC - Yes Bank Teacher Prepaid Card?

The  ISIC - Yes Bank Teacher Prepaid Card is issued only to Teachers. The documents required for the application include:

  • Teacher Status proof:
      a)  Scanned copy of the School/College/University ID  with the validity mentioned on the Card
      b)  Scanned copy of the Duly signed and stamped letter from the School/College/University confirming the Teacher status
  • Scanned copy of a valid Photo ID and address proof: Passport/Driving License/Voter ID
  • Scanned copy of passport size photograph
  • Scanned copy of Pan Card

What documents do I need to apply for the ISIC - Yes Bank Youth Prepaid Card?
The ISIC - Yes Bank Youth Prepaid Card is issued to Youth up to and including 30 years of age. The documents required for the application include:

  • Scanned copy of a valid Photo ID and address proof: Passport/Driving License/Voter ID
  • Scanned copy of passport size photograph
  • Scanned copy of Pan Card

ISIC Student Ecosystem

What is ISIC Student Ecosystem?

Please visit ISIC Website - www.isic.co.in and refer to the "Why ISIC" section. You may click on the following link to access the section of the website directly "www.isic.co.in/why-isic"

12
Refer a Friend