u:card - the ID card for students
The u:card is the student ID card of the University of Vienna.
The u: card for students serves also as the library card.
Order
Order your u:card in u:space under Personal matters - My u:card.
Validity
The u:card is the University of Vienna’s new student ID card. It becomes valid as soon as it has been validated at one of the u:card terminals.
Please click here for the u:card terminals*
*This link takes you to Google Maps. By clicking on the link, personal data is sent to Google and can be used by Google.
Distribution
The u:card will be delivered by post to the address you provided in the order (this only applies to EU/EEA countries). Please note that printing and shipping may take up to three weeks.
Postal delivery is not possible for:Incoming Erasmus+ students and Erasmus+ International Mobility students as well as those on the Non-EU Student Exchange Programme. These students will be able to pick up their u:cards from the International Office.
Functions
The u:card works both as a student ID card and as a library card. When ordering your new u:card via u:space, you will have to accept the library’s terms and conditions in order to use library services.
Please continue to bring your u:card with you when borrowing books, even if you have activated your digital student ID.
Do you have any further questions about the u:card? Click here for FAQ.
Digital student ID
The digital student ID is an optional service and does not replace the u:card at present. For examinations, you must continue to prove your identity using your u:card or antoher official photo ID.
Detailed information about the digital student ID (only available in German)
Frequently asked questions about the digital student ID (only available in German)
Information on the "eAusweise" app