Do you qualify for an Amazon Prime membership discount?

Elite deals, free shipping, and other perks can be all yours with an Amazon Prime membership. Its going rate is $139 annually, but what if we said that you could get the membership for half off? Sign us up.

If you're a young adult ages 18 to 24 or a student or government assistance recipient, you are eligible. Keep scrolling to see what membership discounts you qualify for today.

Use Amazon Prime's free trials to your advantage

If you want to take advantage of exclusive Amazon deals for which you need membership to access—for example, across Prime Day—and don't feel like dishing out $14.99 a month for those shopping perks, Prime's free trial program has you covered.

Students and youth ages 18 to 24 can sign up for a six-month free trial of Prime for Young Adults. Once that ends, you'll find the cost of a Prime membership stays at 50% off the standard fee: just $7.49 a month or $69 for an annual plan. Likewise, qualifying recipients of government assistance can try Prime Access with a 30-day free trial window. After you will be saving 53% on Prime's standard membership fee, and paying only $6.99 per month.

Any of Amazon's Prime trials will also grant you access to Prime Video exclusives and hit shows, as well as the many other shopping, savings, health, and entertainment benefits that come with Prime.

Here is everything you need to know about Amazon Prime membership discounts below, including how to qualify and sign up today.

Prime for Young Adults discount

Students and kids ages 18 to 24 enjoy a six-month free trial of Amazon Prime, then pay just $7.49 a month, compared to the standard monthly membership price of $14.99.

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How can students and young adults prove they qualify for an Amazon Prime membership discount?

Students can prove they qualify for an Amazon Prime membership discount by providing an email address ending in .edu when signing up—it doesn't have to be the email used for logging in, but must be provided for the initial verification process. Other accepted means, which can be emailed to [email protected], include a transcript, class list, or tuition bill that shows your name, the name of the educational institution, and the current term; or an official acceptance letter for an upcoming term that includes the date you will begin. Young adults who are not currently enrolled in school simply need to upload a driver's license, passport, or ID card that shows their date of birth.

What benefits can you access with a student Amazon Prime membership?

Students with an Amazon Prime membership enjoy all of the same benefits as standard members, including fast and free delivery on most items (and two-hour grocery delivery on select purchases); access to Alexa+, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Music with Prime, Amazon Photos, Prime Reading, and Amazon Luna video games. When it comes to shopping, Prime members get early access to lightning deals and exclusive Prime deals, cash back at Whole Foods, the RxPass for seriously discounted prescriptions, and $ 0.10-per-gallon savings on gas at Amoco, BP, and other fuel stations.

Exclusive offers are included with young adult memberships, such as 5% cash back on eligible beauty, tech, and apparel purchases, unlimited streaming on Prime Video, and fee-free food delivery through Grubhub+.

Do discounted Prime young adult memberships get the same access as regular Prime memberships?

Yes. Students get the same access as regular Amazon Prime members—they also receive additional, tailored perks and discounts, including textbook discounts and free food delivery.

Are there limitations during the free trial period for students and young adults?

Yes. During the six-month free trial, students will lose access to certain benefits. These include 20% off diapers and house benefit sharing, plus Kindle owners won't be able to access the Lending Library. This access is available, however, once the six-month trial period is over.

Do you pay month-by-month for a student Amazon Prime membership?

After the six-month trial period ends, you will be billed annually at $69. Meanwhile, you can also opt for a month-to-month student membership for $7.49 per month. If you sign up as a student with an existing Amazon Prime account, you will get a refund on the remaining months of your Prime subscription. However, you won't have access to certain benefits until the six-month trial period is over.

How often do you have to verify your eligibility for a young adult Prime membership?

The discounted rate applies for up to 4 years or until the end of your studies (whichever comes first). Whenever the account is up for renewal (monthly or annually), you will need to verify your current student status. You can do this by going to the "Manage Your Prime Membership" menu (if you pay monthly) or "Manage Your Student Membership" (if you pay annually) to submit the requested documentation to confirm that you are still a student. You will be automatically upgraded at the regular rate if you do not re-verify, but if you submit approved documentation within 60 days, the difference will be refunded. You are signed up again at the discounted rate each time you provide proof of enrollment verification.

Does an Amazon Prime student membership expire when you graduate?

Yes. When you can no longer verify your student status or four years have elapsed, your discounted Amazon Prime membership will expire. If you sign up before graduation, you can still enjoy the benefits until the renewal period is up. This can extend your access by several months if you pay annually, or a few weeks if you pay monthly.

Prime Access for government assistance recipients

Amazon Prime membership discounts are also available to customers who have an EBT card or other qualifying government assistance documentation. (However, the membership can't be paid for with EBT funds.) The rate for this membership, dubbed Prime Access, is $6.99 a month, a savings of $8 a month when compared to a full-price membership.

Members get the same Prime benefits, including free delivery, exclusive deals, member savings, Prime Video, Amazon Music with Prime, and Amazon Photos. Meanwhile, shoppers can get Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market, save up to 15% on everyday essentials and up to 20% on diapers with a subscription for recurring deliveries and use Amazon Cash or gift card payments, as well as SNAP EBT, for eligible groceries with free shipping and automatic virtual coupons applied at checkout.

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How do you prove you qualify for a Prime Access membership discount?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients can provide a photo of their complete eligibility letter. For SNAP users, simply enter your EBT number and upload an image of the EBT card. If you have a Direct Express (DE) debit card, you can submit an image.

If you are receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), an image of the eligibility letter is sufficient. You may also provide an image of a letter confirming your participation in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) that includes both your child's name and the school's name. If you are part of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), please send an image of the letter confirming your participation. The same applies to the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Tribal Assistance (TTANF), Medicaid, and Puerto Rico's Nutrition Assistance (NAP) programs.

When you sign up, please ensure the image and all text are readable in the photo. The letter must show the date it was issued (which must be within the last 12 months) or the date of expiry. It must also include the beneficiary's name.

With a qualifying EBT card or proof of involvement in an accepted government assistance program, you can receive benefits like access to SNAP-eligible groceries on Amazon Grocery and Amazon Fresh, and exclusive discounts on things like groceries and other household essentials with offers from various brands.

Are there limitations during the free trial period?

The one-month trial for EBT or other government assistance program recipients includes all the same perks as a standard Amazon Prime free trial.

Do you pay month-by-month for a discounted Prime Access membership?

After the one-month trial period ends, you will be billed monthly at the discounted rate listed.

How often do you have to verify your eligibility for a discounted Prime Access membership?

To continue receiving a discounted Amazon Prime membership with an EBT card or other qualifying government assistance program, you must verify your status every 12 months. The discount can be applied for up to 4 years from the initial sign-up date. To make things simple, Amazon will send an email when it is time to verify your credentials, ensuring you continue to qualify for the discount.

Do you get the same access to Amazon Prime as regular members with Prime Access membership?

Yes. Qualifying EBT and other government assistance recipients get the same access as regular members of Amazon Prime—they also receive additional tailored perks and discounts, including markdowns on groceries and essentials like baby food and diapers.

Can you use SNAP EBT benefits on Amazon?

Yes. You can add your card to your account and then use it to purchase SNAP-EBT-eligible products.

How do I sign up for Amazon Prime?

Go to the main Amazon Prime page, click "Try Prime," then follow the instructions. Note that you need an Amazon account before you can sign up for Prime, but if you don't yet have one, it's easy to set up. Go to Amazon and enter your details to create an account, then add Prime to get the 30-day free trial.

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