Apply for a long-term care tax credit
Coverage of the costs of nursing care supplies (e.g., disposable gloves, bed pads, disinfectants) by the long-term care insurance fund for care levels 1 and above.
How to proceed
- 1
Submit an application to the long-term care insurance fund
Informal or using a form, with a care level determination.
- 2
Approval and Budget Allocation
Consumable aids: flat rate of up to €40 per month; technical aids: determined on a case-by-case basis.
- 3
Obtain assistive devices from an approved provider
Pharmacy, medical supply store, or mail-order company.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 1 weeks
Official: max. approx. 2 weeks
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • Consumer goods budget (€40/month) confused with wheelchair/assistive device benefits
- • The application was submitted to the health insurance provider rather than the long-term care insurance provider
Common reasons for rejection
- • No care level assigned
- • Residential placement (costs covered by the facility)
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People in need of care with care levels 1–5 who are cared for at home.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 weeks
Success rate
approx. 95.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Consumer goods budget (€40/month) confused with wheelchair/assistive device benefits
- •The application was submitted to the health insurance provider rather than the long-term care insurance provider
Common reasons for rejection
- •No care level assigned
- •Residential placement (costs covered by the facility)
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.