Exchange student’s student union membership and student card

Exchange students at Tampere University can join the Student Union of Tampere University (TREY) and obtain a student card. Finnish student card provides access to various services and benefits, including discounts at student restaurants and on train and long-distance bus tickets. While membership is voluntary for exchange students, it is highly recommended as it is the only way to obtain an official Finnish (plastic) student card. TREY advocates for all Tampere University students and offers numerous services to its members, such as van rental and board games. For more information on membership benefits and TREY, visit Student Union of Tampere University (TREY).

Discounted meals at campus restaurants do not require a student card or membership. A meal subsidy card issued by Kela is also valid and can be obtained from the Student Affairs Office. This card (as well as the student card) is valid in all student restaurants in Finland.

Please note that visitors or interns who do not have the official status of exchange students at Tampere University are not eligible to join TREY or obtain a student card. Doctoral level (PhD) exchange students should refer to the last section of this page for full details.