Are elevating costs on daily commodities and leisure activities bothering you much? Are you a student studying in Dubai struggling enough to meet daily expenses? While there are lesser opportunities for students in the country to work part-time, the good news is there are student discounts available that can help save the day. You can find some great offers and deals in Dubai and other emirates curated especially for students to help them cut down the costs on dining, shopping, and leisure activities.
Here we present you a rundown of the best student discounts and offers in UAE to save money across a variety of retail, dining, and leisure spots.
RTA Transport – Student Discount
RTA Dubai has launched special promotions for students across the emirate. All full-time registered students in Dubai schools, colleges, and universities can now sign up for an NOL card and slash the costs of travel fares to half.
- Discount: 50% off for students
- Eligibility: Students aged 5-23 in Dubai
- Validity: 1 year
- Card Cost: AED 70
- Includes: Metro, buses, and tram
- Requirements: Passport-size photo, Emirates ID, student proof (College/University ID or enrollment letter)
Sign up yourself as a student for an NOL card on the RTA website or their dedicated mobile app available for both Android and Apple users.
Samsung Student Offers
Samsung is offering an exclusive discount for students and scholars across the country. All registered students can grab incredible discounts of up to 50% on select Samsung products.
- Discount: 25% off all Galaxy phones and tablets
- Benefits: Free delivery, 14-day returns, installment payments, exchange your old gadget for an extra discount
- Eligibility: Full-time or part-time students within the UAE (student ID and email address required)
- Registration: Via Samsung website or Unidays
For more details on registration and available discounts visit Samsung’s Official website for UAE.
Emirates and Etihad Airways Student Discounts
Emirates Student Discount
- Discount: Up to 10% off flight tickets
- Validity: until 31st March 2025
- Discount Code: STUDENT
- Benefits:
- valid on all Economy Class and Business Class tickets to more than 250 destinations
- flexible ticket changes and cancellations
- Luggage: 10kg extra luggage or 1 extra luggage bag with the already mentioned baggage allowance.
- Eligibility: valid student ID or enrollment letter at the time of check-in
Etihad Airways Student Discount
- Discount: 10% off flight tickets on Economy Class tickets and 5% on Business Class tickets
- Validity: until 31st March 2025
- Discount Code: STU10
- Benefits:
- valid on all Economy Class and Business Class tickets to more than 250 destinations
- flexible ticket changes and cancellations
- Luggage: 10kg extra luggage or 1 extra luggage bag with the already mentioned baggage allowance.
- Eligibility: students between 18 to 32 years old
On top of this, you get 500 bonus miles after your first flight with Etihad that you can redeem for shopping, dining, traveling, staycations, and more.
Student Mondays at VOX Cinemas
Watch your favorite movies and munch on delectable snacks with friends at any of the VOX Cinemas Outlets across UAE. Ditch those Monday blues and head over for a movie after school and enjoy incredible discounts.
VOX Cinemas is running a special promotion for Students on Mondays where you can present your valid Student ID at the counter and get:
- 1 Standard 2D movie ticket
- 1 Small popcorn in any of your desired flavor
- 1 small soft drink or mineral water
The discounted price for the deal is AED47.25 instead of the regular price of AED65.
The offer is valid for 2D movie tickets only.
How to avail of the student discount?
- Bring your valid student ID to the ticket counter
- The offer is not valid for online booking
- If you do not have a student ID you can bring your Emirates ID. All residents under the age of 18 can avail of the offer. However, a student ID is mandatory for people who are over the age of 18.
Student Membership Offer at Gymnation
All those fitness enthusiasts can now cut the cost of gym expenses with an exclusive student membership offer at Gymnation. The popular health and fitness club is offering all the students in UAE to avail of affordable membership at the gym.
- All of you interested to enroll yourself at the Gymnation can inquire about the membership offer by filling in your details on the form available on the official website.
- Check if your educational institute has partnered up with Gymnation to avail of this exclusive opportunity.
- Enjoy other benefits and perks at unbeatable prices and get memberships for as low as AED99 per month.
Exclusive Apple Education Pricing
The tech giant is providing UAE students a special opportunity to get their hands on the latest Apple merchandise at the best affordable rates.
- Save costs on a new Macbook or iPad with the Apple Education Pricing promotion valid for all registered students in UAE.
- The Apple offer is valid for all existing and newly enrolled students in universities and colleges in UAE.
- Teachers and parents of students registered at partner educational institutes can also avail of the special discounts on Apple gadgets.
- Also, you can trade in your old computer and get credit for your next Apple Mac Book purchase. Alternatively, you can receive an Apple gift card that you can use at the store or online to purchase Apple products.
- To top it all off, the Apple music plan for students is now offering Apple TV+ for free.
Flat 10% Student Discount at H&M
The leading high-street fashion brand UAE has a special student discount offer for students nationwide.
Avail a flat 10% discount on all the latest products and sale items by registering yourself as a student on their website.
- Create an account using your college/university’s email.
- Fill in the required details in the form available on the website.
- Apply the student discount code presented to you at the time of checkout.
- This is an online exclusive offer and cannot be redeemed at stores.
Student Deal at Royal Cinemas UAE
Watch your favorite movie at any Royal Cinema Outlet in UAE for a flat AED35 for any 2D standard movie ticket.
Bring your student ID or valid proof of your student status in the emirate to avail of the offer.
Students’ Night at SKI Dubai
Experience leisure at its best with Ski Dubai’s Students’ Night offer.
- The offer is valid every Tuesday and Thursday from 4 PM onwards.
- Get 3 full hours on the slope for only AED160 per person.
- Access to the slope is available for experienced snowboarders and skiers only.
- Enjoy 3 hours of access to the draglifts and chairlifts
- Get free locker access
- You must present a valid student ID at the ticket counter and an online booking confirmation proof at the venue.
- The Students’ Night Offer cannot be availed on public holidays and in conjunction with any other offer.
Visit Ski Dubai for bookings and details.
Microsoft Exclusive offer for Students in UAE
All IT enthusiasts can now save considerable amounts of money when purchasing Microsoft software for their PCs.
Microsoft UAE is offering students in UAE an opportunity to save 10% of the total cost when purchasing Microsoft Windows 10 online.
For registrations and terms and conditions, we advise you to contact customer care support or log on to the website for the latest updates and news.
Novo Cinemas School Students Offer
The school student offer by NOVO Cinemas allows students in UAE to enjoy their favorite movie for just AED40.
- The offer includes 1 standard 2D Cool or Prime ticket
- One small popcorn bucket
- The offer is valid from Monday to Wednesday every week
- The school student offer is only valid for school students. College and university students cannot avail of the discount.
- One student ID for each transaction is compulsory.
- You cannot avail of the offer in conjunction with any other discount or promotion.
- The student discount can be availed from 10 am to 5 pm on the said only.
Visit the NOVO Cinemas website for bookings and queries.
Student Pass at Louvre Abu Dhabi
The much-hyped Louvre Abu Dhabi is now offering all full-time registered students in UAE schools, colleges, and universities to get a Student Pass and enjoy special pricing, discounts, and benefits.
- You can pre-book your arrival ahead of time online.
- Enjoy 3-hour access to the museum during visiting hours.
- Get complimentary tickets for guests and a lot more
- Visit the website to learn more about the offer.
- A maximum of 4 tickets can be reserved for a day
- Every child under 13 years of age must be supervised by an adult visitor.
- You can access the museum from 10 am to 6.30 pm from Tuesday to Sunday.
- No entry will be allowed after 5.30 pm.
- Visitors have to leave the premises at 6.30 pm.
Visit Louvre official website for reservations
ISIC Card for Exclusive Student Discounts
All full-time or part-time students enrolled in accredited schools, colleges, and universities in UAE can now sign up for the ISIC Card and get access to special student discounts and promotions on food, retail, travel, and leisure activities across the country. From Shein to Booking.con, ISIC will give you access to exclusive student discounts.
The card can give you access to whole lot of coupons for students to reduce the costs on commodities and services in Dubai and other emirates, and discounts on entertainment.
Priced at only AED 120 with validity for one year, the card can be used to make transactions, cash withdrawals, and student discounts at hundreds of partner destinations in the UAE. Not only this, but you can also cut the costs of flight tickets, school supplies, and college fees when studying abroad.
Teachers and academic staff too can avail of exclusive student discounts and promotions and get a special card for AED 120 only. The card is valid in more than 135 countries across the world and can help you save a great deal of money as an international scholar.
Visit MyStudentCard.org for registrations and details.
Tr88house – Featured ISIC Deal
20% on all attractions at Tr88house for all ISIC card holders.One of the most visited entertainment destinations in Dubai, Tr88house entertainment center and Food Court at Bluewaters Island, provides an exclusive 20% discount on attractions for all ISIC card holders.
Enjoy the student discount at any of the 4 attractions which are Laser Rush, Skyfall trampoline park, Mystic Golf and Munchkin Monster soft play area. The offer is valid during any day of the week and on public holidays. Just show your ISIC card at the counter and avail the 20% discount.
With these fantastic discounts and offers, managing your budget as a student in UAE can become much easier. From transportation and tech gadgets to travel and entertainment, there are numerous ways to save money. Be sure to check out these deals and make the most of your student status!