Apply for a discounted public transport ticket
If you have a low income, you may be able to obtain a certificate of eligibility for discounted single or season tickets for public transport.
Description
The certificate of eligibility for a reduced local transport ticket is a voluntary service provided by the municipality for low-income residents. You can use the entitlement certificate to buy discounted single or season tickets for local public transport. You can obtain the tickets with the authorisation certificate and your identification document at the points of sale of your public transport association.
Competent office
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Contact point
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Contact person
Unfortunately, no contact persons were found for District Wesermarsch (Lower Saxony). Please check the service description above for information on how to find the responsible contact person.
Forms
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Prerequisites
- You have your main residence in the city or municipality for which a discounted public transport ticket is to be obtained
- They refer to:
- Assistance for subsistence or basic security according to Social Security Code XII
- Citizen's allowance or social benefit according to Social Security Code II
- Benefits under the Asylum Seekers' Benefits Act
- War victims' welfare benefits under the Federal Supply Act
Basis for legal action
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Legal remedy
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Procedure
- You can find out whether your city or municipality offers a certificate of eligibility for a discounted public transport ticket and whether you meet the requirements.
- They submit an application with appropriate evidence to the competent authority.
- Your details will be checked and the social passport will be issued.
- You will receive the certificate of eligibility for the purchase of a discounted ticket in person or by post.
- You buy a discounted ticket from your public transport provider before you start your journey.
Notes (specifics)
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Unterstützende Institutionen
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Welche Dokumente resultieren aus dieser Leistung?
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Area of validity
Lower Saxony
Official approval
Officially approved by State Editorial Office of Lower Saxony
Keywords
Discount, Low earners