Pass für Geringverdiener Erteilung

respective municipal guideline for granting this voluntary benefit

As a low-income earner, you can apply for the social pass and receive discounts at municipal facilities.

The social pass is a voluntary municipal service. It supports low-income families and citizens in their participation in social life. The discounts granted create greater mobility, enable participation in cultural and sporting activities and create incentives to take advantage of the wide range of educational opportunities.

As a rule, you must present at least the following documents:

• Identity card or passport
• Notice of receipt of unemployment benefit II or social benefit or housing benefit

Please contact the responsible office to find out which documents and proofs are required in detail.

As a rule, you are entitled to apply if you receive

• Assistance with living expenses or basic security benefits in accordance with Social Code XII
• Unemployment benefit II or social benefit according to Social Code II
• Benefits under the Asylum Seekers Benefits Act
• Benefits according to the Housing Benefit Act

another requirement:

• You have your main residence in the city or municipality that issues the low-income pass
• You can find out which exact income limits apply and which other requirements you must meet from the responsible office.

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• Find out from the responsible office whether the social pass is offered there.
• Find out which forms and other documents are required for the application.
• If you submit the complete application documents to the responsible office and all requirements are met, you will usually receive the pass immediately.
• If you apply together with your housing benefit, you will receive the social pass with your housing benefit notification.

immediately or 6 to 8 weeks

Period of validity: usually 12 months (extension on application) during the period in which the social benefits are granted

Personal appearance is required.

- Voluntary municipal service

- Support for low-income families and citizens

- Application necessary

- Proof of entitlement through notifications

- Discounts for the use of municipal facilities and services

Social welfare office or housing benefit authority at the city or municipal administration