What is the Germany Social Ticket (Deutschlandticket Sozial)?
It is a mobility ticket that covers local public transport and regional ground transport in Germany for a reduced monthly price.
The standard price is €58, but for recipients of certain benefits the price is lower (€39–€48) (bundesregierung.de).
Who is eligible for reduced-price tickets?
Asylum seekers or people receiving benefits such as:
Asylbewerberleistung (benefits for asylum seekers)
Bürgergeld, Sozialhilfe, Wohngeld
Hessenpass mobil, Bielefeld-Pass, and others depending on the federal state (vrr.de, teutoowl.de)
How much is the monthly price?
General: €48/month (from January 2025) (teutoowl.de)
Some regions/benefits: €39/month (e.g., Hessen, OWL, etc.) (vrr.de)
Hamburg offers a €35.50 discount → effective price about €22.50 (rmv.de)
How to get the ticket
Request a proof of eligibility from the responsible office in your city (e.g., Jobcenter, Sozialamt, or Jugendamt in the case of asylum seekers).
Submit it to your local transport association/provider (Verkehrsverbund) as soon as possible.
In some states, you may receive a carrier/pass to register the subscription.
Subscribe directly via the website or at the local transport service center.
Make sure to renew the proof every 12 months, or according to the validity of the document (vrn.de, nvv.de).
Important notes
The ticket is non-transferable and personalized (with photo or personal data).
It covers local/regional transport only, not ICE/EC/IC trains.
Prices vary by federal state; some cities offer higher discounts depending on local policy.
Summary
Asylum seekers and people receiving social benefits may obtain the Deutschlandticket Sozial at a reduced price (€39–€48) instead of €58.
The steps are simple: get proof of eligibility and submit it to the local transport provider.
A practical option to make everyday travel in Germany more affordable.
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