Objective
To further support the holistic development of Macau's tertiary students, encourage them to participate in overseas exchange and learning, and broaden their international perspectives, the Office has launched the "2014 Macau Tertiary Students International Student Card Plan". This plan allows students to enjoy the services and various benefits of the International Student Card worldwide.
Benefits of the International Student Card
- Recognized by UNESCO and the only internationally recognized student identification document.
- Over 40,000 discounts worldwide on student airfares, train tickets, bus passes, ferry tickets, accommodation, dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Free or discounted admission to museums (e.g., The Metropolitan Museum of Art), concerts, and cultural events.
- Discounts on online book purchases.
- Promotions for downloading Microsoft professional software.
For more details on benefits, please visit http://www.isic.hk/default.asp.
Target Participants
- Local and non-local students enrolled in higher education programs (including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees) at Macau higher education institutions.
- Macau students enrolled in higher education programs (including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees) at institutions outside Macau.
Application Deadline
October 31, 2014
Card Validity Period
From the date of issuance until December 31, 2015
Application Methods
- Road Show (On-site registration, payment, and card collection available during specified times).
- Online Application via this webpage.
- Applicants must fill in personal details and upload the following documents simultaneously:
- Copy of Macau Resident Identity Card / Passport / Travel Permit.
- Copy of student card (must include personal details and validity date page).
- Photo (1.5-inch or 2-inch ID photo).
- Note: File type must be JPEG, and file size must be 1024 KB or less.
- Upon completion, the Office will immediately send a personal account via email for applicants to check their application status.
Payment and Card Collection Locations
During online application, students can choose to pay and collect the card at any of the following locations during office hours:
- The Office's "University Student Centre" [Location Map]
- Designated locations at their respective institutions (only applicable to students of Macau higher education institutions).
- Hong Kong Overseas Studies Centre (Macau) [Location Map]
Note: If students choose to apply for the International Student Card at the "Hong Kong Overseas Studies Centre (Macau)", they can complete instant payment and collection procedures but must bring the Macau Resident Identity Card / Passport / Travel Permit, student card, and one photo uploaded during the application.
Payment Period
- Students can make payment starting from the second working day after completing the online application (e.g., if applied on August 18, payment can be made from August 21). If it spans Saturdays, Sundays, or public holidays, the date will be postponed accordingly.
- Payment deadline is November 7, 2014.
Card Collection Period
- Approximately 2 to 4 weeks (after payment, applicants can check the application status via "Check Application Status" on this webpage).
- The card collection deadline is July 31, 2015.
- From the notification date until June 26, 2015, cards can be collected at the selected "Payment and Collection Location".
- From June 30 to July 31, 2015, cards must be collected uniformly at the Office's "University Student Centre".
Fees
- Local students (holders of Macau Resident Identity Card): MOP 20 per card.
- Non-local students (non-holders of Macau Resident Identity Card): MOP 60 per card.
Note: The above fees are only applicable to this plan.
Important Notes
- Applications will be considered invalid if payment is not made by the deadline.
- Students must keep their student card properly; the Office will not reissue cards if lost or damaged.
- If needed, students can fill in details for up to 2 authorized representatives during the online application to handle payment and collection procedures. Authorized representatives must submit a copy of the identification document used during the application (along with the original for verification) and a copy of the applicant's identification document.
- Students who apply for the International Student Card through this plan and fail to collect it by the deadline will affect their eligibility for related plans in the future.
Contact Information
- Email: [email protected] (Please indicate "Inquiry for '2014 Macau Tertiary Students International Student Card Plan'" in the email subject).
- Phone: (853) 28345403
- Fax: (853) 28322340
Rights Reserved
The Higher Education Services Office reserves the right to modify and interpret the details of this plan.
