Senior citizen pass

Are you a pensioner and would like to actively participate in social and cultural life? The senior citizens' pass enables citizens to take part in cultural events, excursions, activities or training courses at a reduced rate at their place of residence.
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Der Wegweiser.
The senior citizens' pass is a voluntary service that is not offered by every municipality. You can apply for it in the town or municipality where you have your main residence.

The most important facts in brief

Some municipalities offer a senior citizens' pass for their residents. For example, you can benefit from reduced admission to public institutions such as museums, libraries and zoos. In addition, certain physical activities, lectures, training courses and excursions as well as other activities can be supported.

Note: In some municipalities, eligibility is dependent on income. In this case, proof of monthly income and monthly charges is required. It is best to find out before submitting your application from your local authority about the income limit.

Who is entitled?

You can obtain the senior citizens' pass if

  • your municipality/municipality/city offers the pass. It is a voluntary service.
  • You have your main residence in the municipality/municipality/city that issues the pass.
  • You have reached the age limit set by your municipality for the senior citizens' pass. This is between 60 and 67 years of age, depending on the municipality. In some municipalities, you can alternatively attach proof of receipt of an old-age pension.
  • (optional)You have not exceeded the income limit set by your municipality/municipality/city.

You can not obtain the senior citizens' pass if

  • your municipality/municipality/city does not offer the pass. It is a voluntary service.
  • You do not have your main residence in the municipality/municipality/city for which you would like to apply for a senior citizens' pass.
  • You have not reached the age limit set by your municipality for the senior citizens' pass. This is between 60 and 67 years of age, depending on the municipality. In some municipalities, you can alternatively attach proof of receipt of an old-age pension.
  • (optional)You have exceeded the income limit set by your municipality/municipality/city.

The most important topics relating to the senior citizens' pass

Frequently asked questions about the senior citizens' pass

Social benefits from other subject areas

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Basic welfare for the elderly and people with reduced earnings capacity

If you receive a pension or are permanently incapacitated for work and your money is not enough to cover your living costs, you can apply for this type of basic income support. You can find more information here.