Exemption from broadcasting fees
Exemption from the broadcasting fee: for welfare recipients and pensioners
Pensioners and social welfare recipients can be exempted from the obligation to pay the broadcasting fee under certain conditions. This mainly applies to recipients of basic income support, citizens' allowance or other social benefits.
Who is the exemption intended for?
The exemption is intended for pensioners and recipients of certain social benefits such as citizen's allowance or basic security in old age. People who receive other social benefits such as unemployment benefit I or housing benefit are not entitled to exemption.
Prerequisites for utilization
Proof such as benefit statements are required to apply for exemption. An exemption can also be applied for as a case of hardship if the income exceeds the requirement limit by less than the monthly broadcasting fee.
Next steps for those affected
Enclose evidence: Legible copies of the benefit certificate or a certificate from the authority are required.
Who is the exemption intended for?
The exemption is intended for pensioners and recipients of certain social benefits such as citizen's allowance or basic security in old age. People who receive other social benefits such as unemployment benefit I or housing benefit are not entitled to exemption.
Prerequisites for utilization
Proof such as benefit statements are required to apply for exemption. An exemption can also be applied for as a case of hardship if the income exceeds the requirement limit by less than the monthly broadcasting fee.
Next steps for those affected
Enclose evidence: Legible copies of the benefit certificate or a certificate from the authority are required.
Directly to the source
Exemption from or reduction of the broadcasting fee
Contact and further information
INFOBOX - Your good source in Cologne:
ARD & ZDF contribution service
Tel: 01806/ 999 555 10
Address:
ARD ZDF Deutschlandradio
Contribution service
50656 Cologne
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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