Prime Student: Prime at half price and 90 days free
If you study or are aged 18 to 24, Prime costs you half and you try it for three months without paying. Same fast delivery, same series, same music. We explain the requirements, the price and the best moment to start.
If you do not cancel before the trial ends, the paid membership starts.
What is Prime Student?
Prime Student is the Amazon Prime subscription at half price for students of any age and people aged 18 to 24. It includes the same benefits as Prime, with a 90-day free trial; afterwards it costs €2.49 a month or €24.95 a year, for a maximum of four years.
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Key facts
Prime Student: the essentials
- Free trial
- 90 days
- Price afterwards
- €2.49 a month or €24.95 a year (October 2026)
- Who qualifies
- Students of any age and people aged 18 to 24
- Maximum length
- Four years
- Includes
- The Prime benefits
How to get Prime Student, step by step
Open the Prime Student page
Sign in to your Amazon.es account or create one.
Prove you qualify
As a student, through Amazon's academic verification. If you are 18 to 24, with an official document.
Start the 90-day trial
During that time you use the benefits without paying the fee.
Decide before it ends
If it is worth it, do nothing. If not, cancel before the date the calculator gives you.
Is Prime Student right for you?
It suits you if
- You study, or you are aged 18 to 24.
- You will place several small orders during the year.
- You want video and music without paying for a separate platform.
It does not suit you if
- You do not meet the requirements: look at Prime.
- You buy very rarely and can group orders.
Pros and cons of Prime Student
Pros
- Half the price of Prime: €2.49 a month or €24.95 a year.
- A 90-day free trial, three times longer than Prime.
- It includes the same benefits as Prime.
- It also covers people aged 18 to 24 who are not studying.
Cons
- You have to verify your age or your studies.
- The reduced price lasts a maximum of four years.
- It renews automatically when the trial ends.
Editorial assessment by Global Store Afiliados based on the terms published by Amazon. These are not customer reviews.
What you need for the year
A sheet for anyone starting university or moving into a shared flat. Tick what you are missing.
Frequently asked questions about Prime Student
Who can sign up for Prime Student?
Students of any age and people aged 18 to 24 in Spain, according to Amazon's announcement in June 2025.
What happens when the trial ends?
The half-price paid membership starts. If you do not want to continue, cancel before that date.
How long can I keep the student price?
A maximum of four years. After that it moves to the standard Prime rate.
What is Prime Student?
The Amazon Prime subscription at half price, with the same benefits and a 90-day trial, for students and people aged 18 to 24.
How long is the Prime Student free trial?
90 days, three times as long as Prime's.
How much does Prime Student cost?
€2.49 a month or €24.95 a year after the trial, at the prices in force in October 2026.
Do I have to be at university to get Prime Student?
No. People aged 18 to 24 who are not studying also qualify, by verifying their age with an official document.
How do I prove I am a student?
Through Amazon's academic verification system. It helps to have your institution's details and academic email to hand.
What does Prime Student include?
Fast, free delivery on millions of products, Prime Video, Amazon Music Prime, Amazon Photos and access to exclusive deals.
What is the difference between Prime Student and Prime?
The benefits are the same. Prime Student costs half, has a 90-day trial instead of 30 and lasts a maximum of four years.
How much do you save with Prime Student compared with Prime?
On annual payment, €24.95 a year. Over four years that is €99.80 less.
Is it better to pay for Prime Student monthly or annually?
Annual costs €24.95 against €29.88 for twelve monthly payments. It pays off if you use it ten months or more.
When is the best time to start the Prime Student trial?
The week term begins or you move, when most orders are placed.
Which days should I note during the Prime Student trial?
Day 83, to decide, and day 90, the last free day. The guide's calculator gives both dates.
Can I switch my standard Prime to Prime Student?
Yes, if you meet the requirements. The switch is handled in the membership section of your Amazon account.
Is one subscription enough for a shared flat?
Yes. If one person has it, shared orders arrive with no delivery charges.
Can someone else pay for my Prime Student?
The subscription must be in the name of the person who meets the requirements; the payment method can be whatever you agree at home.
Does Prime Student have additional benefits?
Amazon's June 2025 announcement mentioned 10% off selected fashion and two free months of Kindle Unlimited. Confirm on the page whether they still apply.
How do I cancel Prime Student?
From the memberships section of your Amazon account. Cancelling during the trial costs nothing.
Does Prime Student include Prime Video?
Yes. Prime Student includes Prime Video just like the standard Prime subscription.
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Sources and date checked
- Amazon: Prime at half price for young adults and students, announcement of June 2025 (in Spanish)
- Terms published by Amazon.es for Prime Student, checked in October 2026
The practical advice, examples and calculators are the work of Global Store Afiliados. Facts last checked: 10 October 2026. How we check the facts: editorial methodology.
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