Pensioners do not always have to pay the monthly broadcasting fee. What conditions must be met for a GEZ exemption.
Cologne – The costs are rising, the expenses are getting higher: In view of the ongoing inflation, it is part of everyday life for many people to turn over every cent twice. They consult consumer tips that give hope for relief. consequently have Pensioners are entitled to eight grants from the state and in some cases, care can increase the pension. Other conditions allow pensioners to continue saving: they are not always obliged to pay GEZ fees (since January 1, 2013, broadcasting fees).
| Community facility: | ARD ZDF Deutschlandradio contribution service |
| Task: | Collection of broadcasting fees (formerly GEZ fees) |
| Founding: | 2013 |
| Seat: | Köln |
Pensioners do not always have to pay GEZ fees: who could be exempted
What the As far as the broadcasting fee is concerned, there have been many changes since January 1, 2023that consumers should be aware of. Considering A lot will change for pensioners in 2023 as well. Retirees could have more money in their accountsafter all in 2023 they will also have to reckon with many taxes. To be freed from the broadcasting contributions: A measure that obviously relieves the burden in times of rising costs – and at the same time is legitimate for pensioners, reports 24hamburg.de.
Certain people were and have always been allowed not to pay the GEZ fees (today: broadcasting fee). These include students, trainees or people with a severe disability. As the online portal seniorenbedarf.info reports, however, pensioners are also included – should they meet certain requirements.
GEZ exemption for pensioners: which requirements must be met
Since 2013, a lump sum of 18.36 euros per month per household has been collected as a result of the broadcasting fee. According to reports from seniorenbedarf.info, however, there are a variety of reasons why pensioners could be exempted from any payment.
So what are the agreed requirements: said pensioner receives basic security, help with subsistence or receives benefits from the Asylum Seekers Benefits Act. Accommodation in a retirement home, nursing assistance or a severely handicapped ID card with the “RF” mark can help ensure that no fees are incurred in the future.
Application for GEZ exemption for pensioners: Important documents – and a hardship application
If at least one of the requirements is met, a valid permit must always be submitted when applying for a GEZ exemption. It is important that both the notification and the completed form are later available in the original and as a certified copy. The application can be Internet downloaded, alternatively requested in writing.
Further information for a successful application:
– Simple copies are not sufficient for legitimation.
– The documents submitted must be current. Expired documents will not be processed.
– In most cases, a low pension income does not legitimize GEZ exemption.
– The documents proving that at least one of the listed requirements is met must accompany the application.
– The GEZ customer number is mandatory.
For retirees who do not meet the profile of the above conditions, there are two final conditions that give hope of not being able to pay license fees in 2023. how t-online reported, there is the possibility of applying for a hardship case. Essentially, two arguments could be put forward. Your income is not higher than the required amount of 18.36 euros with regard to the subsistence level applicable in 2023 – according to steuer Klassen.com for pensioners at 446 euros plus rental costs. Second possibility: Despite the entitlement, they waive social benefits.