After enrolling, all RWTH Aachen students receive a new student ID as a multifunctional smart card.  This is the RWTH Aachen University BlueCard.  In order to receive it, you must transfer the semester fee and upload a (passport) photo.

RWTH Self-Service

No, at this time, the RWTH BlueCard is only given to the individual identified on the card or another authorized individual in person.

You can authorize another person to do so.  This can be an informal written notification but must be signed.  The authorized person then only needs their personal ID, your personal ID, and authorization to pick up your RWTH BlueCard.

The BlueCard can be picked up within the BlueCard service point's business hours.  Newly enrolled students will receive an email with information on the place and time they can pick up their card once it is ready.

No, your RWTH BlueCard is valid for four years.  You will receive a new RWTH BlueCard after that, if you re-enroll at the university.

The initial issue of the RWTH BlueCard and the issue of a new ID after the card has expired are free of charge.

You can get a replacement chip card for free:

• When your card is initially issued and when a new ID is issued after the expiration date
• If your name changes
• If there an electronic defect and the card is not visibly damanged

There is a fee of 10 Euros if you need a new card due to:

• Robbery
• Loss
• Damage resulting from improper use

You can currently use your RWTH BlueCard

• as a student ID
• as an e-wallet for cashless payment in Student Services dining halls and cafeterias
• as a library card
• at the University Sports Center for participation control
• as authentication when voting

RWTH BlueCard - what is that?

No, your RWTH BlueCard is immediately ready for use.

The  chip is inside the card.  There is also an antenna next to the chip.  The chip can establish contact with card readers through the antenna.  The sending range is about 10cm.

Technology

Cross-registered students, enrolled for an additional course of study, receive an RWTH BlueCard, which is valid for four years.  However the card is then labeled "Zweithörerausweise" (Cross-registered ID) instead of "Studierendenausweis" (Student ID).

Cross-registered students, only eligible to take exams, and auditors receive a paper ID according to the old process, since they are only registered for one semester.  If you re-register for an additional semester, you will receive a new ID.

At the start of the validity period.  This is printed under the photo on your RWTH BlueCard.

Agree to the library user terms in the RWTH Self Service Portal under the menu option "Meine Optionen" (My Options).  As soon as your library account has been created, you will receive a confirmation email.  You also have the option of activating your library account at the counter in the Unviersity Library (Templergraben 61).

Yes, when you enroll, you will receive a temporary enrollment certificate.  Use this to request a temporary loan permit in the University Library.

No.  The individual functions are strictly separated from each other in the chip card.  Electronic uses can only use the parts of the card, for which they have the necessary code.

In the dining halls, paid meals and drinks are saved under an anonymous number when the card is used.  This number cannot be matched to a person by the payment system or employees in  Aachen Student Services, since no personal information is in the register system.

No, the encrypted MIFARE DESFire chip ensures this does not happen.

Yes.  However, if you decide against the chip, you cannot use the electronic functions.  If you already have an RWTH BlueCard with a chip, you can exchange it for an RWTH BlueCard without a chip in the BlueCard Service Point in the SuperC.

You must upload a photo by the end of the registration period, so that the BlueCard can be handed out in time for the start of the semester.

You can also upload the photo after this period.  However, we cannot guarantee that you will receive your RWTH BlueCard by the start of the semester. 

You can upload the photo directly into the identity management system (TIM) using the Center for Computing self service functions.

With your TIM log in and password.

Your TIM log in is the combination of the beginning letters of your first and last name plus six numbers.  Peter Müller could have something like pm123456.

You will automatically receive a TIM activation code when you enroll.  If you do not receive an activation code or you forgot your TIM log in, please contact the Center for Computing Service Desk.

You must be clearly recognizeable as you in the photo.  Funny photos will be filtered out.  If you uploaded a funny photo, you will have to personally request a new RWTH BlueCard at the BlueCard service point.  A new photo will be taken there - you will also have to pay an addtion €10.  For this reason, please only upload serious photos in.jpg format that are no larger than 10 megabytes.

You can choose the size and ration (3:4) of your photo in the identity management system.

Tips for Uploading Your Picture

The photo easily identifies you as the owner of your RWTH BlueCard.  The photo makes everything much simpler for example, if you want to take out books, for participation control at the University Sports Center, or for exams.

If you uploaded a photo for the RWTH BlueCard for a summer semester, your photo will be deleted on May 15.  If you uploaded your photo for a winter semester, it will be deleted on November 15.  If you need a new RWTH BlueCard after this deadline, you must upload a new photo or get a new on taken in the BlueCard service point in the SuperC.

You load your RWTH BlueCard with a balance at one of the loading stations and then use the card to pay in the Student Services dining halls and cafeterias.  The registers in the dining halls and cafeterias have card readrs that can communicate with the electronic wallet.

First you need to load your RWTH BlueCard with cash at one of the Student Services loading machings.  To pay, pick an automated register in the dining hall.  Hold your RWTH BlueCard in front of the card reader here.  The corresponding amount will then be deducted from your BlueCard account.

Yes, the balance on the RWTH BlueCard can be refunded to you at a dining hall register.  If you damage or lose your BlueCard, you will receive a new card and your balance will be restored.

No, you will receive your paper Semester Ticket from ASEAG.

"Normal" and special enrollment certificates can be downloaded from CAMPUS-Office, for example

• Your normal Enrollment Certificate as proof that you are enrolled
• Your Enrollment Certifictate if you receive BAföG (Federal Education and Training Assistance)
• You academic transcripts
• Your Termination of Enrollment Certificates

All certificates can be validated online.

Please contact the Registrar's Office for it to be corrected.

Yes.  Please register the name change with the Registrar's Office.  You will then receive a new card.  This service is free of charge.

Through the Online Lock Function in the Center for Computing's Self Service.  You will need your TIM log in.

Note: Once you have locked your RWTH BlueCard, you cannot unlock it.  If you need a new RWTH BlueCard, you will have to pay the €10 fee.  You will also need to check if you have to upload a new photo or not.