Your student ID card is important and will be used a lot throughout your student journey. It will be valid for the duration of your studies.
Not only does your ID card identify you as one of our University of Southampton students, but it also provides you with access to many of the facilities and buildings on campus, including the libraries and faculty buildings. You should have your ID card with you when on campus in case you ever need it. Please note that you will not be able to order your ID card until you have subscribed to your university account and then enrolled .
You will be provided with a digital version of your ID card which can be downloaded to your smartphone through the MySouthampton app.
If you provide a photo on your order that does not meet our guidelines, please be aware that this will cause a delay in your card being produced and a £10 charge for a replacement. Our photo guidelines can be found when ordering and you can also view them on our ID FAQ page..
If you have any questions relating to your ID card, please contact [email protected] and a member of the Student Hub will assist you.
How to apply
Log in to our ID card portal using your university username and the password. Make sure you have an appropriate digital passport-style photo ready to upload.
When you apply for your ID card you will be given the option to choose additional services which require payment.
Collecting your card
Once your ID card has been successfully produced, you will be contacted to confirm you can collect. Students will collect their ID cards from The Student Hub B37 Highfield Campus.
From Monday 30th September students based at Winchester School of Art will be able to collect their ID cards from The Hub at WSA (Building 63F, Winchester Campus, main reception).
Returning students
If you are a returning student and starting a new course and require a new ID card you can order your new card on the ID Card website. Once your ID card has been successfully produced, you will be contacted to confirm you can collect. Students will collect their ID cards from The Student Hub B37 Highfield Campus.
From Monday 30th September students based at Winchester School of Art will be able to collect their ID cards from The Hub at WSA (Building 63F, Winchester Campus, main reception).
You will also be provided with a digital version of your ID card that can be downloaded to your smartphone via the MySouthampton app once you have fully enrolled for this academic year.
If you experience problems making an order please contact [email protected]
If your university ID card needs to be replaced, you can order a replacement on the ID Card Services webpage.
You can order a new card if your details change, you have provided an inappropriate photo on your order, if your card is lost, stolen, or damaged or does not work.
Applying for a free alumni card will allow you to continue to use many of the University’s facilities after you have finished your studies. You can apply for your free alumni ID card through the online store and your ID Card will be posted to you when it is ready.