Disability card: these disadvantage compensations exist
A disability card is more than a document: it opens up numerous disadvantage compensations that are worth real money in everyday life. Which exactly depends on the degree of disability (GdB) and the marks.
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What you should do now
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1. Know your GdB/marks
Which disadvantage compensations you are entitled to depends on the GdB level and marks.
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2. Use the tax benefit
Claim the disability lump-sum allowance in your tax return.
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3. Employment benefits
Claim extra vacation and special protection against dismissal from your employer.
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4. Further reductions
Apply for the value token for local transport and reductions (e.g. the broadcasting fee).
Frequently asked questions
What benefits does the disability card bring?
Depending on the degree of disability and the marks, among other things a tax disability lump-sum allowance, special protection against dismissal, five days of extra vacation (with a GdB of 50 or more), a possible earlier start of pension, discounted or free local transport (with a value token), and various reductions.
Do I get free local transport with the card?
With certain marks (e.g. G, aG, Bl, or H) and a value token, you can use local public transport free of charge or at a heavy discount. You apply for the value token at the pension office (Versorgungsamt); depending on the mark, it is free or available for a small fee.
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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.