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Severely disabled person’s ID & markers

In NRW, disability status is applied for through the responsible local authority.

Status of this article: 20.08.2026✓ Sources for this article: 2 official source(s)
Status of this article20.08.2026
Sources for this article2 official source(s)
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Key points

  • In NRW, disability status is applied for through the responsible local authority.
  • Markers aG, Bl and H can be relevant to medical transport rules.
  • An ID card alone does not mean every trip is covered.
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What you can do now

  1. Get the current application from the authority.
  2. Prepare medical evidence.
  3. Tell doctor/insurer about relevant markers.
Important

TiXA hilft provides general orientation and does not replace individual legal, care or medical advice. The responsible insurer or authority makes the final decision.

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Official sources

For binding details, please check the original official source:

↗MAGS NRW – Schwerbehindertenausweis↗Bundesministerium für Gesundheit – Fahrkosten
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