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Support Services for Employment – Integration Office

Support for severely disabled employees or their employers: assistive technology, job coaching, training, or grants for disability-accessible equipment.

Processing: approx. 1 months
Success rate: 82.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Contact the relevant integration office

    Integration Office at the place of employment.

  2. 2

    Submit an application with a description of your needs

    Fill out the form and present your disability ID card.

  3. 3

    Means Test and Approval

    The Integration Office reviews and approves tailored assistance.

Required documents

  • Disability ID CardMandatory
  • Employment ContractMandatory
  • Description of the need for assistanceMandatoryOften forgotten

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

Fees

Varies by case

Processing time

approx. 1 months

Official: max. approx. 1 months

Online application

In person or by post

Common mistakes

  • Disability ID has expired
  • Employment relationship not verified

Common reasons for rejection

  • GdB below 50
  • Help not related to work

You can usually file an objection against a rejection.

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Employees with severe disabilities (GdB ≥ 50) and their employers.

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 months

Success rate

approx. 82.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Disability ID has expired
  • Employment relationship not verified

Common reasons for rejection

  • GdB below 50
  • Help not related to work

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.

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Questions & Answers

Can employers also apply for assistance?

Yes, employers can receive grants for disability-accessible workplace equipment.

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