People with a degree of more than 50 are considered severely disabled. They are entitled to a severely disabled person's pass as well as certain "disadvantage compensation" A degree of disability of 100 represents the greatest possible severe disability.
Anyone who is classified as severely disabled with a grade of 100 can apply to the state for special grants, benefits and tax relief. Up to 800 euros per month are possible for people with a level of 100 or more. The risk of poverty among people with disabilities is 20 percent, according to the Ministry of Social Affairs.