Most of these cards can be obtained in your home country from affiliated organisations.

The GO 25 card

This card is distributed by FIYTO (Federation of International Youth Travel Organisations) and offers certain advantages to the under-26's in many countries. If you do not have this card when you arrive in France, you can get one in exchange for a photo, 45 Francs at:

• OTU VOYAGE

2, rue Malus
75005 Paris
Tél : 01 43 36 80 27

The ISIC card

(International Student Identity Card) is issued only to full-time students in higher education (31 is the top age limit). It too provides numerous advantages . The ISIC card can be obtained from the university administrative services at home and in France against proof of enrolment, and costs 60 Francs at OTU (see above).

The International Youth Hostel Card

is issued by the affiliated organisations in each country. It is better to obtain it before leaving home as it will cost you less. To obtain one in France, contact the Fédération Unies des Auberges de Jeunesse

• FUAJ

27, rue Pajol
75018 Paris
Tél : 01 44 89 87 27

This card can also be bought at some youth information centres (CIJs). See “Places to Stay” section for further information on youth hostels.

Youth Card (Carte Jeunes)

“The Carte Jeunes jolly well ought to be compulsory!”

That's a little saying which could put you on the right track. The Carte Jeunes offers a whole host of advantages and reductions for both French and foreign card holders under-26's. It only costs 120 Francs and you will need an identity card and a photo. It can be obtained from more than 13,000 sales outlets (youth information centres, municipal youth offices, post offices, “Ecureuil” savings banks, FNAC).

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Last update : 01/12/96