How to get a discounted Amazon Prime membership in 2026
From Prime Access to student pricing, these are all the ways to get Amazon Prime at a lower cost.
- Qualifying government assistance recipients can get Prime Access for $3.50 per month for the first three months, then $6.99 monthly.
- Young adults (ages 18 to 24) qualify for a discounted Prime membership, starting at $7.49 per month.
- A full Prime membership includes benefits like free and fast shipping, Prime Video, early access to deals and more.
If you love the fast shipping, exclusive deals and built‑in entertainment perks of Amazon Prime but don’t want to pay full price, there’s good news: Amazon offers discounted Prime memberships that can make the subscription significantly more affordable. Whether you’re a young adult, an EBT or Medicaid recipient or someone who only needs Prime’s core benefits, you may qualify for a lower monthly rate.
Below, we break down every Amazon Prime discount available in 2026, who qualifies, and how to sign up.
What to know about discounted Amazon Prime memberships:
- Does Amazon offer student discounts on Prime?
- How much does Amazon Prime for Young Adults cost?
- What is Prime Access for government assistance recipients?
- How much does Prime Access for government assistance recipients cost?
- Does Amazon Prime offer a military discount?
How much is Amazon Prime in 2026?
Amazon Prime currently costs $14.99 per month after a seven-day trial for $1.99, but discounted plans like Prime Access and Prime for Young Adults are available at lower monthly prices.
Join Amazon PrimeDoes Amazon offer student discounts on Prime?
Amazon Prime for Young Adults (previously Prime for Students) is a new membership that is focused on perks for young adults between the ages of 18 and 24. The following perks are included with a Prime for Young Adults membership:
- Prime Delivery
- Prime Video
- Early access to deals
- Amazon Music
- Prime Fuel savings
- Prime Reading
- Amazon Warehouse
- Prime exclusives
- Amazon Photos
- Prime Gaming
- NEW: Get 5% cash back on beauty, apparel, electronics and personal care
How much does Amazon Prime for Young Adults cost?
Eligible young adults can get a six-month Amazon Prime membership at zero cost and pay a discounted fee of $7.49 per month or $69 annually after that. This is a 50% discount compared to the full price of Amazon Prime. You no longer need to verify that you're a student for this discount, as long as your age falls between 18 and 24, you qualify for Prime for Young Adults. In order to verify your age, you will need to provide a copy of your driver's license, passport or other official documentation.
What is Prime Access for government assistance recipients?
Prime Access is Amazon’s discounted membership for individuals receiving government assistance benefits such as EBT or Medicaid.
How much does Prime Access for government assistance recipients cost?
Prime Access costs $3.50 per month for the first three months for qualifying EBT and Medicaid recipients, and $6.99 per month after that.
How do I verify eligibility for a discounted Prime Access membership?
Upload a photo of your EBT card or eligibility letter to prove you qualify for an Amazon Prime membership discount with government assistance. From there, enter a payment method to use after your free 30-day trial ends. You will be billed on a month-to-month basis after the trial.
You must verify your status every 12 months. The discount can be received for up to four years from the initial sign-up date. Amazon will send an email whenever it is time to verify your credentials to ensure you continue to qualify for the discount.
What government assistance programs qualify for the Prime Access discount?
There are a number of programs that may qualify you for a Prime Access discounted membership. Here's a full list of documentation that may be provided:
- Supplemental Security Income (this is different from Social Security and SSDI)
- SNAP
- Medicaid
- Direct Express Debit Card (DE)
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC)
- Tribal assistance eligibility letter (TTANF),
- Puerto Rico's Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP)
Do discounted plans include all Prime benefits?
Prime Access includes most core perks like fast shipping and Prime Video, while Prime for Young Adults adds education‑specific bonuses.
Does Amazon Prime offer a military discount?
No. Unfortunately, Amazon does not offer a general military or veteran discount program for Prime membership. In the past, Amazon has occasionally offered one around Veterans Day, but it has not been consistent. If the retailer does offer one at any point, we will be sure to keep you updated on it at USA Today Shopping.
Is there a free trial for discounted Amazon Prime?
Not right now. You can currently get a seven-day trial of Amazon Prime for 1.99 and then the cost will adjust to $14.99 per month.
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