Student card

Once you're registered for classes, you'll be provided with your Aquipass card.
It's your own, electronic and multi-service card that will accompany you throughout your studies at the University of Bordeaux.

Photo : The secure, electronic student card provides an electronic payment service and access to university buildings © Gautier Dufau
The secure, electronic student card provides an electronic payment service and access to university buildings © Gautier Dufau
  • The student card allows you to prove your student status, entitling you to discounted rates.
  • It is mandatory for exams and all administrative procedures.
  • It gives you access to car parks and buildings on the University of Bordeaux campuses.

Student card services

The Aquipass/Izly student card, acquired in the final stage of administrative registration, is valid throughout your academic period at university. It is only valid one year and must therefore be updated each time you enrol and/or re-enrol. 

The card is free of charge but, if lost or stolen, the student will be required to pay for a replacement card.

It allows you to: 

  • prove student status (which entitles you to certain discounts)
  • take exams
  • access university libraries and borrow books
  • access certain lecture halls, practical classrooms/labs and computer rooms
  • pay for meals at the university dining halls (RU)
  • pay for photocopies
  • vote in student elections

Confidentiality and security

Access to data stored on the chip is protected by a PIN code, that must be activated before the first use.

Renewal in case of loss

Reissuing the Aquipass student card costs 10€, which must be paid by the student. To renew it, contact your admissions office. 

Reload your card

Your student card, compatible with the CROUS payment app, Izly, can be used in the university's dining halls and cafeterias. 

Learn more (in French)