On this page you will find general information on your BlueCard and a manual on how to apply for a BlueCard.

• General information
• Apply for a BlueCard

General information

Students can apply for and change information on their BlueCard in the IdM Selfservice.

The RWTH BlueCard is used:

• as student ID card
• as payment card int the canteens and cafeterias
• as library card
• for authentication during examd
• for admission checks to university sports
• for internal university elections

To apply for a BlueCard, a photo needs to be uploaded.

The following BlueCard features are optional:

• smart card chip
• ESC function

Students will be notified of BlueCard completion via an email to their @rwth-aachen.de address.

Information and FAQ are available on the website RWTH BlueCard

If you have any further questions about the BlueCard, please contact the RWTH BlueCard Service Point.

Apply for a BlueCard

To apply for a Blue Card, a photo must be uploaded. Various image file types can be used with a minimum resolution of 200×200 pixels. Please save one to your hard drive, as it will be needed later in this guide.

Step 1
Log on to IdM Selfservice.

Step 2
Under BlueCard, click Next:

Step 3
Choose if you would like to have a BlueCard with or without a smart card chip and then click Next:

Step 4
Choose if you want to use the Europen Student Card function of your BlueCard. To use the function, agree to the data transfer to the ESC Router. 

Step 5
Click on Continue to PictureManger:

Step 6
The PictureManager is opened. Click on Choose profile picture and navigate to your photo or drag & drop your photo into this window:

Your application for the BlueCard is now complete.

Additional information:

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