Discounted Public Transport Ticket

Do you have a low income? Then under certain conditions you can get a certificate of eligibility for a discounted public transport ticket. This allows you to travel regionally by bus and (streetcar) train at a reduced price.
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The discounted local transport ticket keeps you mobile - for example for shopping, visits to the doctor and social contacts.

The most important facts in brief

The entitlement certificate for a reduced local transport ticket is a voluntary service provided by the local authority for residents on a low income. You can apply for the entitlement certificate directly online here or at your local authority. 

It enables you to purchase a reduced single or season ticket for local public transport. If you present the entitlement certificate and your ID document at a point of sale of your public transport association, you will receive the ticket at a reduced price.

The reduced-price local transport ticket is a voluntary service provided by the local authorities. This means that there is no legal entitlement to it. Your job center will check individually whether you meet the requirements for this benefit.

This service is offered voluntarily by the city or municipality. It is therefore not available everywhere. 

Who is entitled?

The discounted local transport ticket is a voluntary service provided by the local authorities. This means that there is no legal entitlement to it. Your job center will check individually whether you meet the requirements for this benefit.

You may be eligible for the reduced local transport ticket if

You may not be able to obtain the discounted local public transport ticket if you

  • do not have your main place of residence in the city or municipality for which you would like to receive a discounted local transport ticket.
  • live in a city or municipality that does not offer a reduced-price local transport ticket, as this is a voluntary service provided by the local authorities.
  • are unable to present the required eligibility certificate in good time before the start of the journey.

Frequently asked questions about the discounted local transport ticket

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Apply for benefit online

Here you can apply for the discounted local transport ticket directly online.

Social benefits from other subject areas

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Low Income Pass

Do you have a low income and would like to receive discounts at municipal facilities in your area, for example at the public library or swimming pool? If your town or municipality offers this voluntary service, you can apply for the low-income pass. You can find out more here.