EU Travel Passes: Free for Young Irish People

November 6, 2025 Ahmed Hassan - World News Editor World

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* Free Rail Passes ⁢for irish 18-Year-Olds: The‌ European Commission’s‍ DiscoverEU initiative is offering free rail⁣ passes to Irish citizens turning 18 this ⁢year.
* Travel period: ⁢ The⁣ passes are valid for up to 30 days of travel between‌ March 1, ⁢2026, and april⁢ 30, 2027, across the​ EU.
* Group Size: ⁤ individuals or groups of up to ⁣five can apply.
* Additional Benefits: Besides free travel, applicants may receive discounts on cultural visits, accommodation, local​ transport, and other services.
*⁣ Application Deadline: Applications are open until ⁤November 13, 2025, at 12pm.
* How to⁣ Apply: Applications can be submitted through the European Youth Portal: ⁢ https://youth.europa.eu/discovereu_en

* Purpose: The initiative aims to allow young people​ to ​experience Europe’s cultural diversity and connect ⁤with others.

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