MVV / 365-Euro Ticket
The 365-euro ticket is an annual pass offered by the Munich Transport Company (MVG) for students and serves as a flexible alternative to the school bus.
It is valid 24/7, on all 365 days of the school year, including during leisure time, throughout the entire MVV network.
Who is eligible?
Eligibility generally applies based on the following distances:
- P1-P4: more than 2 km
- From P5: more than 3 km (S6/S7: please read RBS & S6/S7 sections below)
The decisive factor is the shortest walking route to school (one way).
The calculation is usually done via Google Maps or the Bavarian Spatial Information System (RISBy).
Families within the Munich city area (postal codes 80000–81999)
If the requirements are met, the costs are generally covered by the City of Munich or the Free State of Bavaria.
Families outside the city area
Here too, the 365-euro ticket can be a suitable solution.
- Cost contribution: 20%
- Calculation is based on municipal regulations
Where to apply?
Applications are submitted through different offices depending on place of residence and grade level:
Application via the Parent Association (EV-ESM):
For students residing in the Munich city area (postal codes 80000–81999) and in grades P1 to S5, booking is done via the EV-ESM booking system: (If your child is new to the ESM or you are changing the mode of transport, please read the following RBS sections.)
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- Go to “Manage bookings” in the left menu under Services
- Select the transport option you want
- Ensure the correct school year (2026/2027) is selected in the top right corner
- After booking, you will receive an automatic confirmation email
- You can check your booking status at any time in the system
Application via the City of Munich (RBS):
Families whose residence is outside the Munich city area, as well as eligible children from S6/S7, are required to purchase the 365-euro ticket independently via the designated sales points.
Reimbursement of costs is carried out exclusively by the Department of Education and Sports (RBS):
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the City of Munich (RBS) for:
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- Students living outside the Munich city area
- Eligible students in grades S6 and S7
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Additional application via the City of Munich (RBS):
An additional application via the City of Munich is required, especially for:
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- All new ESM students
- Students using public transport for the first time
- Students switching transport methods (bus ⇄ MVV)
- Students after any move or change of address
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Funding & reimbursement:
The review of possible cost coverage or reimbursement is carried out by the City of Munich.
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- The decision is made by the City
- The Parent Association is not involved in this process
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Reimbursement & documents:
For possible reimbursement, the following documents should be kept:
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- Ticket / invoice
- Proof of payment (e.g. bank statement)
- School certificate (if applicable)
- Application documents (if applicable)
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The City of Munich determines which documents are required in each individual case.
Without appropriate proof, reimbursement may not be possible.
School certificate:
In certain cases (e.g. older grades or special applications), a school certificate may be required.
This is issued by the school. Please contact the school reception if needed.
Late applications:
Applications submitted after the deadline are usually processed only in October/November.
Until the ticket is issued, transportation costs must initially be covered privately.
Guest students:
An MVV ticket can be applied for if:
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- The minimum distance requirement is met
- The host family is a member of EV-ESM
- The stay lasts at least 6 months
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S6 / S7:
Families of eligible S6/S7 children are requested to purchase the 365-euro ticket independently at the usual points of sale.
Reimbursement of costs is carried out exclusively by the Department of Education and Sports (RBS):
- Special legal regulations apply to these grades (S6/S7).
- Reimbursement is possible if certain conditions are met (e.g. family financial burden threshold).
Please check directly with the City of Munich or www.mvg.de
Deadline: 05 – 22 May, 2026
After the deadline, timely processing (ticket at the start of the school year) cannot be guaranteed.
Administrative fee:
A processing fee of approximately €15 per application is expected.
Note:
Only one transport solution can be used per child:
School bus/private transport or MVV / 365-euro ticket.