The application platform for the Youth Pass 2026 remains open, offering financial support to young adults through a €300 digital voucher aimed at boosting participation in travel, culture, and leisure activities.

To be eligible, applicants must have turned either 18 or 19 years old by 31 December 2025. The program is designed as a structured two-year support scheme, encouraging young people to engage more actively in cultural and tourism-related experiences.

How the €300 payment works

The total amount is distributed in two installments of €150. The first payment is credited once the application is approved, while the second is issued automatically the following year when beneficiaries reach the age of 19. No new application is required for the second payment.

Applications can be submitted via the official platform or through local service centers, with the deadline set for 15 May 2026. Each applicant only needs to apply once.

Once approved, beneficiaries receive a notification via SMS or email with instructions to activate their digital debit card. The card is issued through a financial institution and is expected to be delivered by the end of May 2026, with minor processing delays possible.

The digital card remains valid for two years from the month of issuance.

Where the Youth Pass can be used

The voucher is strictly limited to spending in specific sectors related to culture, tourism, and transport. Eligible categories include:

• Airlines and air travel services
• Car rentals and vehicle hire
• Hotels and accommodation services
• Rail, bus, taxi, and ferry transport
• Travel agencies and ticket services
• Campsites and recreational facilities
• Museums, exhibitions, cinemas, theatres, and live performances
• Books, music, films, and digital media
• Sports and leisure services, including gyms and studios
• Tourism attractions and entertainment venues

The card can be used both in physical stores supporting contactless payments and online platforms.

How to apply

Applicants must log into the official government platform using their tax credentials and complete their registration. They are required to confirm contact details, including email and mobile phone number, and select a participating bank for issuance of the card.

Final submission is completed only after pressing the “Submit” button on the application page.

To complete the process, applicants must also be registered in the national contact registry to verify their mobile number.