What Is TOTUM? The UK's Official Student Discount Card & More Than Just a Way to Save

TOTUM is the UK's leading discount platform designed specifically for students, professionals, apprentices, and public sector workers. It provides members with access to hundreds of exclusive discounts from major global brands, including Apple, Samsung, ASOS, and Boots.

TOTUM is the official successor to the NUS extra card, maintaining a long-standing heritage of supporting the student community in the UK. While it has expanded to include professionals and public sector workers, it remains the only discount platform endorsed by the National Union of Students (NUS).

TOTUM is a free digital membership that provides access to a wide range of online-only discounts. TOTUM+ is a paid premium membership (£14.99 per year) that includes a physical card for in-store use, a free government-approved 18+ ID, and access to the TOTUM Cashback card. Additionally, TOTUM+ members can access over 100,000 discounts in 90 countries worldwide.

Students: Anyone aged 16+ enrolled in a UK school, college, or university for at least 10 hours a week. Apprentices: UK apprentices studying Level 2-7 qualifications. Professionals: Members of chartered institutes, professional bodies, part-time learners, or recent graduates. Public Sector: Employees of government-run organisations with a registered work email address.

You can verify your status quickly using an official organisation email address, such as those ending in .ac.uk or .gov.uk. Alternatively, you can upload a clear photo of a Staff ID, a recent payslip, or a learning agreement. You may also use an institution login portal for instant verification if your organisation supports it.

Yes, TOTUM+ members can receive a free government-approved 18+ proof-of-age ID card. This card features the official PASS hologram, making it a legally recognised form of ID in the UK. To apply, you will need to provide your passport or UK driving licence for identity verification.

The TOTUM Cashback card is a pre-pay card included with TOTUM+ that allows you to earn money back on your everyday spending. Members earn an average of £243 per year by getting up to 25% cashback at major retailers like Sainsbury's, ASDA, and M&S

If you are a TOTUM+ member, you have access to hundreds of thousands of discounts in over 90 countries. This makes the card a valuable tool for saving on travel, accommodation, and attractions while abroad.

TOTUM is the UK's official student discount card, with a heritage dating back to the original NUS Extra card. NUS Extra was launched by the National Union of Students in 2006 as a national student discount programme, giving UK students access to retail and lifestyle savings. In 2018, NUS Extra was rebranded as TOTUM, reflecting an expanded mission to support not just students but also apprentices, professionals and public sector workers across the UK.

Once you have completed your sign-up and payment, you can immediately access digital discounts via the TOTUM app. If you have purchased a TOTUM+ membership, your physical card will be processed and sent to you by post shortly after.