[HIGHLIGHTS] Who has to pay less to the GEZ – even retroactively

Some people can get a reduction in the broadcasting fee (formerly GEZ fee) – who is concerned? Some people with disabilities can still apply for a reduction. Pensioners can also be exempted from paying the fee under certain circumstances.

With the mark RF in their severely disabled person's ID card, holders are entitled to reduction in broadcasting fees as well as reduction in telephone charges from Deutsche Telekom. However, certain conditions must be met. The following receive a reduced GEZ contributions:Disabled persons whose degree of disability is at least 80, not only temporarily, and who are permanently unable to participate in public events.