Mark TBl (deaf-blind)
As of January 1, 2017, there will be a new classification code. It is designated as "deafblind" (TBl).
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Basic information
TBl is someone who usually has the markings "BL" and "GL".
Requirements
TBI—when a person with a severe disability has a disability rating of at least 70 due to a hearing impairment and a disability rating of 100 due to a visual impairment.
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Procedure
This designation—like all other designations—can be applied for.
More information
The new regulation requiring that the code “TBl” for “deafblind” be entered on the severely disabled person’s ID card stems from demands by organizations representing people with disabilities to create a separate code for individuals affected by this exceptionally severe and unique disability. The impairments affecting the ability of the group of people covered by this designation to participate in society vary greatly, making it impossible to identify uniform, specific needs. For this reason, the designation is not linked to any specific compensation for disadvantages under federal law. It may be considered as proof for exemption from the broadcasting license fee under the State Treaty on Broadcasting License Fees, provided that the states, which have exclusive jurisdiction over broadcasting, so stipulate. This designation does not automatically include compensatory measures for blind and deaf people, such as state allowances for the blind or deaf, or tax-related compensatory measures. For this reason, the designations “Bl” (blind) and “GL” (deaf) are entered on the Severe Disability Card in addition to the “TBl” designation, provided the respective requirements are met.
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Necessary Documents
- Severely disabled pass with front and back!
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 23.06.2026