Pay with the teacher's card

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Guide to using the "Carta del Docente" (Teacher Card) on 3Digital

Are you a teacher?

Spend your Teacher Bonus on 3Digital!

Who can use the Teacher Card?

You are entitled to the Teacher Card if you are a:

  • Tenured teacher on a permanent contract (including part-time)
  • Teacher in a training and probation period
  • Teacher declared unfit for health reasons
  • Teacher on secondment, reassignment, or detached duty
  • Teacher serving abroad or at military schools
  • Teacher with a fixed-term contract until August 31st or a substitute teacher, in accordance with current regulatory provisions (Decree 45/2025)

You cannot use the Card if:

  • You are suspended for disciplinary reasons.

How much credit do I have available?

For the 2026/2027 school year, the allocated amount is €383 (pending confirmation or ministerial update).

Remaining credit from previous years accumulates according to the deadlines and maximum limits set by the Ministry. If you do not use the entire bonus in one year, you can spend it in subsequent years, up to the maximum limit allowed.

What can you purchase on 3Digital with the Teacher Card?

On 3Digital, you can use the voucher for the purchase of IT tools and technological hardware intended for teaching and professional development.

Eligible products on 3Digital (Hardware category)

  • 3D printers and 3D scanners
  • Laser engravers and exhaust systems
  • CNC milling machines
  • Cutting plotters (Cricut, Silhouette, LokLik)
  • DJI Mini 5 Pro drone (base version, with SDK support for technological learning)

How to make an online purchase on 3Digital

Always check the product page on 3Digital: you will find the “Carta del Docente” poster on products that can be purchased via voucher. Before purchasing, you may request confirmation of the validity of the product or kit.

 

  1. Browse the catalog
    Identify products marked with the “Carta del Docente” badge or poster.
  2. Add to cart
    Insert the desired product or bundle into the cart. Eligible products feature the “Carta del Docente” poster; some kits also include optional but recommended accessories or consumables.
  3. Request invoice
    From the cart, click on “Request invoice” → “Private”, enter your Tax ID (Codice Fiscale), and click on “Save”.

  4. Choose the payment method
    Proceed with the order by selecting “Carta del Docente” as the payment method.

    Note: if you do not see the “Carta del Docente” option, click on “Check-out without registration” to show all available payment methods.

  1. Confirm the order
    If the billing address is different from the shipping address, click on “Use a different billing address”, then on “Review order” to check the details. Verify the information and click on “Confirm order”. Do not close the page before the operation is complete.


How to generate and send the voucher

  1. Access cartadeldocente.istruzione.it with SPID or CIE.
  2. Check your available balance.
  3. Click on “Crea Buono” (Create Voucher), select “Online” as the modality and “Hardware” as the category.
  4. Enter the amount corresponding to the order, or the portion you intend to cover with the voucher.
  5. Generate the voucher in PDF format or as an alphanumeric code and send it:
  • In response to the order confirmation email received; or
  • Via WhatsApp at 0438 1693056, attaching your Tax ID.

Important: payment top-up and invoicing

  • Voucher with partial amount: if your voucher does not cover the entire order amount, after the voucher has been validated, you will receive a link via email to securely pay the difference via credit card or another payment method.
  • Electronic invoice: following the validation of the voucher, you will receive the electronic invoice as confirmation of the completed transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I buy a laser, a CNC, a cutting plotter, a 3D scanner, or a 3D printer with the Teacher Card?

Yes.

Always contact us for confirmation regarding your chosen product.

Can I buy accessories or consumables (filaments, resins, blades, modules)?

  • Alone: NO. It is not possible to purchase individual accessories, spare parts, or consumables.
  • Together with the machine: YES. It is possible to purchase the main device along with accessories or consumables in the same order or as a hardware bundle package.

Examples:

  • 3D printer + filaments: allowed
  • Only filaments: not allowed
  • Laser engraver + rotary module: allowed
  • Only rotary module: not allowed
  • 3D scanner + included accessory: allowed
  • Only accessory: not allowed

Can I buy a drone?

Yes, exclusively the DJI Mini 5 Pro model (base version), as it is equipped with SDK support that can be used for development and IT/technological learning purposes.

Can I buy video cameras like Insta360 or standard cameras?

No. Video cameras and video recording devices, including Insta360 models, cannot be purchased with the Teacher Card.

Video cameras fall under the category of technological peripherals excluded from the bonus, as indicated in the official MIUR FAQs (cf. MIUR FAQ on the bonus, Law 107/2015, art. 1 paragraph 121, and DPCM 28/11/2016).

Can I request a refund or cash return for a product purchased with the Teacher Card?

No. Validated vouchers cannot be converted into cash or refunded, as provided for by ministerial regulations.

In case of a return or replacement in compliance with the terms of sale, an internal store credit/replacement voucher of equal value will be issued.

How many vouchers can I use for a single order?

It is possible to use only one Teacher Card voucher per order.

Why was my order canceled immediately after confirmation?

If the order contains items that are not eligible for the Teacher Card — such as consumables purchased alone, video cameras, or gimbals — the system automatically cancels the order.

If in doubt, contact us before purchasing.

Warranty and Support

  • All products purchased on 3Digital are covered by statutory warranties.
  • For any questions regarding product eligibility, procedures, or documentation, please contact us via our Contact Us page.

Regulatory References

The use of the Teacher Card on this store complies with current provisions regarding the purchase of goods and technological tools intended for professional development:

  • Law no. 107 of July 13, 2015 (Art. 1, paragraph 121): establishment of the Teacher Card for training and professional development.
  • D.P.C.M. of November 28, 2016: regulations on operational procedures, voucher management, and classification of the “Hardware and Software” category.
  • Law Decree no. 71 of May 31, 2024 / Decree 45/2025: provisions regarding access to the Teacher Card for personnel with fixed-term contracts.
  • Official MIM FAQs: instructions and responses from the Ministry of Education and Merit regarding the types of allowed technological and IT goods.

Final tip: when purchasing, always keep receipts and documents proving the educational purpose and include the details in your Individual Training Plan.