When is a student ID card? A student ID card is a proof for students to verify their identity which can be used in many circumstances such as libraries, dormitories or the university gate. The student ID card mainly contains your personal information including your name, university name, department, validity period and a student ID card photo.
What are the benefits of the student ID card?
Why students are advised to wear the student ID card? A student ID card is beneficial in many aspects. It grants access to many academic places. It also act as an invisible coupon when you buy train tickets. You can enjoy discount when pay for the public transportation. Many shops even attract the students by offering special gifts or discounts only if they can show their student ID cards. Wearing your ID on campus helps you feel part of the community and meet fellow students. From the perspective of management, it is meaningful for universities to require students to show their student ID card at dormitories or at the school gate, which can help to recognize the identity of strangers and protect students’ personal and property security.
Different types of student ID cards
For international students, there are various ID card types that can be used. Different student ID cards are available to different students and young people, from as young as 13 years old. Student ID card can be categorized into three types：
University Student ID Card
Generally speaking, a university student ID card is often issued when students enter the school on the first day. It can be issued to all confirmed university or college students, including undergraduate, postgraduate, full-time, and part-time students. Before making a student card, students’ personal information and a standard photo will be collected. To get a university student ID card, you need to fill in the information through your school’s website. The first student ID card you get will be free of charge. If you lose it and want to reapply, you may need to pay for that.
ISIC Student ID Card
The International Student Identity Card, is an international third party student discount system which is issued only to students in full-time education. This card can serve as proof of identity, and your student status, in many countries around the world. ISIC student ID card also offers you reduced prices from hundreds of companies, such as Apple, Dell and Spotify. In addition to that, this card provide you with the access to historical and cultural sites around the world with a lower price. By now, more than 130 countries have admitted its validity. With this card, you can save more money when travel. Right now, the digital version is also available which facilitates its online use.
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IYTC Student ID Card
This card is also issued by the same company which issued ISIC card. However, IYTC is different to ISIC Student ID Card because it is not issued to students in full-time education. Instead, this card can be obtained by any young adult under the age of 30. At the same time, when you apply for this card, you don’t need to prove you are a student. You just need to upload your birth certificates or passports.
image resource: IYTC-ISIC
How to take a perfect student ID card photo?
As mentioned above, apart from the personal information, one mandatory material for making a student ID card is the photo. I think the picture is the core part of the student ID card which is used to recognize your identity and judge whether you are the real owner of the card. Therefore, it is not difficult to see that a clear and real picture really matters.
So when you taking a photo for student ID card, please follow up the below advice:
Photo size: the student ID card picture should be 2 x 2 inches in size( may vary in different universities or countries).
Picture format: this picture should be in PNG or JPEG format. If the format is wrong, it may result that the picture can’t be viewed or processed.
Picture quality: the picture should be in high resolution and clear with no shadows or blur on it. Apart from that, the printed picture should be in color. And your face should be visible in the picture. You’d better choose your recent picture which can reflect your real look.
Facial expression: You just need to relax and show a natural expression with smile. Don’t make funny face, frown your brows or behave angrily or emotively in front of the camera.
Dress code: First of all, you need to wear like a “student’’ and don’t try those bizarre dress. If your school has definite regulations on the dress code, you need to observe them when taking the photo for student ID card. Except for that, excessive and shiny accessories are not recommended.
Makeup requirement: Wearing makeup is acceptable. However, too heavy makeup is not allowed. A natural look is preferred.
Review and summary
As an important proof for identification, Student ID card is beneficial in different ways. It can provide different discounts when buying tickets or shopping. For universities, it helps to manage the students and protect the campus safety. Therefore, it is of great significance to require students wear student ID cards. Based on different situations, there are different types of student ID cards. If you didn’t receive the full-time education and is younger than 30 years old, you can choose a IYTC Student ID Card. If you are studying in the university, you can get the student ID card by applying on the school’s website or purchase ISIC Student ID Card with evidence and your ID document. When choose a picture for the student ID card, you should make sure the picture is clear and your face is visible. Moreover, it should have a correct size and background and be in PNG and JPEG format. And requirements on the dress code, makeup, facial expression also should be met.
Erin Lo