What is a disabled parking permit?
Anyone with a disability is not allowed to park in disabled parking spaces. To give people with severe disabilities additional parking rights and facilitate mobility, there are various types of parking permits. However, there are special requirements for obtaining them. You will find these for each type of permit below.
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Where are the disabled parking spaces in Aachen?
You can find a city map for people with disabilities here.
Parking permits for the severely disabled: Orange or blue? Which one can I get?
Depending on the specific requirements, you may be entitled to a particular parking permit.
The blue parking permit is valid throughout the EU (European Union) and the orange one in Germany or NRW (federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia).
Check the requirements for all of them below.
NRW parking permit (orange)
What is this?
This is a special parking permit. It gives people with disabilities certain parking rights/parking concessions.Where does this apply?
It only applies in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW).Who can apply for a parking permit?
- Severely disabled people who do not meet the requirements for the "B" sign.
- People with a walking disability and a minimum GdB of 70 who have the "G" sign and have only just failed to obtain the "aG" sign. This means that they can only walk about 100 meters even with aids or in pain. More infoIs this transferable?
No. The person with a severe disability must always be present (exception: e.g. collection from a doctor's appointment).How long is it valid for?
5 years.Can I park in disabled parking spaces with this permit?
No, you are not allowed to park in disabled parking spaces with the orange permit.Where can I park with this permit?
In NRW:- In all disabled parking spaces (without markings, except parking spaces for the severely disabled)
- In pedestrian zones during the loading time
- In restricted "no stopping" areas (sign 286 StVO) for three hours
- In no-stopping zones beyond the permitted time (sign 290 StVO)
- On the areas with the signs "Parking" (314 StVO) and "Parking on sidewalk" (315 StVO) with limited parking time beyond the specified time.
- In parking lots for residents up to 3 hours
- In traffic-calmed areas (325 StVO) outside parking areas for a maximum of 24 hours (only if no other parking facilities are available within a reasonable distance). Parking must not obstruct traffic).
- At parking meters and parking ticket machines without charge and time limit
Uniform federal parking permit; aG-light (orange)
What is this?
This is a special orange parking permit. It gives people with disabilities certain parking rights/parking concessions.Where does this apply?
It only applies in Germany.Who can apply for a parking permit?
- People with severe disabilities who have the characteristics "G" and "B" and at least a degree of disability (GdB) of 70 due to problems with their legs (or lower back if walking is affected) and at the same time have a GdB of at least 50 due to heart or lung disease.
- People with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, if their GdB is at least 60.
- People with an artificial bowel outlet and artificial urinary diversion, if their GdB is at least 70.
- People with similarly severe disabilities can also obtain an exemption. More infoIs this transferable?
No. The person with a severe disability must always be present (exception: e.g. collection from a doctor's appointment).How long is it valid for?
5 years.Can I park in disabled parking spaces with this permit?
No, you are not allowed to park in disabled parking spaces with the orange permit.Where can I park with this permit?
In Germany:- In all disabled parking spaces (without markings, except parking spaces for the severely disabled)
- In pedestrian zones during the loading time
- In restricted "no stopping" areas (sign 286 StVO) for three hours
- In no-stopping zones beyond the permitted time (sign 290 StVO)
- On the areas with the signs "Parking" (314 StVO) and "Parking on sidewalk" (315 StVO) with limited parking time beyond the specified time.
- In parking lots for residents up to 3 hours
- In traffic-calmed areas (325 StVO) outside parking areas for a maximum of 24 hours (only if no other parking facilities are available within a reasonable distance). Parking must not obstruct traffic).
- At parking meters and parking ticket machines without charge and time limit
EU parking permit (blue)
What is this?
This is a special blue parking permit. It gives people with disabilities certain parking rights/parking concessions.Where does this apply?
In the EU. The regulations may vary from country to country.Who can apply for a parking permit?
- Severely disabled persons with an exceptional walking disability (mark aG) who do not have a driving license.
- Blind persons who can only move with assistance (mark BI).
- Severely disabled persons with bilateral amelia or phocomelia, under certain conditions also with comparable functional impairments. More infoIs it transferable?
No, there is a passport photo on the pass.
Regardless of whether you are driving or being driven, you should always have the pass with you no matter which vehicle you are traveling in.How long is it valid for?
5 years, or until the end of the term of the severely disabled person's ID cardWhere can I park with this permit?
In EU countries:- The national regulations apply.
In Germany:
- In all disabled parking spaces (without markings)
- In pedestrian zones during the loading time
- In restricted "no stopping" areas (sign 286 StVO) for three hours
- In no-stopping zones beyond the permitted time (sign 290 StVO)
- On the areas with the signs "Parking" (314 StVO) and "Parking on sidewalk" (315 StVO) with limited parking time beyond the specified time.
- In parking lots for residents up to 3 hours
- In traffic-calmed areas (325 StVO) outside parking areas for a maximum of 24 hours (only if no other parking facilities are available within a reasonable distance). Parking must not obstruct traffic).
- At parking meters and parking ticket machines without charge and time limit
Apply for a disabled parking permit
To get one of these parking permits, follow these steps:
1) Check requirements
Do I meet the criteria? Check the specific requirements for each parking permit in detail below. More info
Your main place of residence must be in Aachen.
2) Submit an application
Collect the documents:
- Identity card (front and back)
- Severely disabled person's pass (front and back)
- Passport photo (3.5 cm wide x 4.5 cm high) - not required for children under the age of 10 and for orange-colored ID cards
- If someone else submits the application: Power of attorney
and submit the application in person, by post or by e-mail.
- E-mail: parkausweise@mail.aachen.de
- Address: Lagerhausstraße 20, 4th floor, room 411
- Opening hours: 8:30 to 12:30 (please make an appointment)
3) Wait for a decision
A decision on your parking permit application will be made after your documents have been checked.
If necessary, additional medical examinations or documents may be requested
4) Receiveyour parking permit
If all requirements are met, you will receive your parking permit by post. Parking permits can be collected by arrangement (see contact details below).
5) Pay fees
5 Euro
The parking permit is always issued with a special permit including a fee notice. The 5 euros must then be transferred.
6) Use your parking permit
Place your parking permit clearly visible on the windshield. Observe your parking rights (maximum parking duration and special regional regulations).
Frequently asked questions
Is it enough if I only have the characteristics "G" and "B" and a high degree of disability? +
No, that alone is not enough. It is also important to know exactly what your degree of disability is. You must belong to one of the special groups defined in the law.
How is it checked whether I can get a parking permit?
The road traffic authority asks the pension office of the StädteRegion Aachen and the medical service there for help. They take a close look at your files.
Should I specify the type of ID card I am applying for?
Yes, you can. You can also simply apply for a "parking permit". Based on your documents, we will check which parking permit you are eligible for.
What happens if my state of health changes?
If your disability or restrictions have worsened since the last decision, it may make sense to first apply to the pension office for a new determination of a higher degree of disability or an additional mark. This can increase your chances of obtaining a parking permit.
Can others use the parking permit?
The badges are not transferable, but can be used by an accompanying person who is driving the person with a severe disability.
If the person with a disability is not in the car, the badge may not be used. However, if you are on your way to pick up the person with a disability, it may be used.Can parents with children with severe disabilities apply for a parking permit?
Yes, parents of children with severe disabilities can apply for a severely disabled parking permit. The steps are the same (see above).
How can I extend/renew my ID card?
To renew or extend your ID card, you must follow the same steps as when applying for a new one.
Do you have any questions?
Department of Mobility and Traffic (Special Use)
Lagerhausstraße 20, 52058 Aachen
Phone: 0241 432-68423 (Ms. Meisler)
E-mail: sondernutzung@mail.aachen.de
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