Students not studying at a Hamburg university can be issued with an HVV (Hamburg transport authority) proof of entitlement at the Studierendenwerk Hamburg under certain circumstances, allowing them to purchase a discounted monthly pass.
Studying at a university in the area surrounding Hamburg, commuting daily, and living in Hamburg?
Then, in order to issue a proof of entitlement, we need a current certificate of enrolment or a student ID and certificate of residency no more than six months old, which confirms that your sole place of residence is in Hamburg.
This rule does not apply to students enrolled at a university in Schleswig-Holstein, as continuous fares are offered outside the HVV area (Ring A+B or Ring B) based on the Schleswig-Holstein rate. Students at Leuphana University Lüneburg should contact their university directly. Students at distance-learning universities (e.g. FernUniversität in Hagen) cannot claim the proof of entitlement.
Completing an internship in Hamburg as part of a course taken at a university outside Hamburg?
Then, in order to issue the proof of entitlement, we need a current certificate of enrolment and an internship certificate stating the type and duration of the internship, as well as the remuneration received. The current income limit is € 1200.00 net. The certificate must also state if the internship is being undertaken without remuneration. Student trainees and assistants cannot claim the proof of entitlement.
Obtain your proof of entitlement here:
We’ll gladly issue your personal proof of entitlement, but you can also send us the documents (please enclose a stamped addressed envelope). We are available to assist if you have any questions. See below for all contact details.
Contact
THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED FOR VISITORS FROM MARCH 16TH UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTACT US BY PHONE OR E-MAIL
BAföG Office (Higher Education Grants) - HVV-Card
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Grindelallee 9
20146 Hamburg
(Near Dammtor station)
Telephone: +49 / 40 / 42 815 - 5144, - 5145
Fax: +49 / 40 / 41 902 - 6126
berechtigungsnachweis@studierendenwerk-hamburg.de
Telephone Hours
Mon 9.00 am - 11.00 am
Tue, Thu 9.00 am - 10.00 am
Mon, Wed 9.00 am - 11.00 am
Personal counselling without prior appointment
Tue, Thu 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED FOR VISITORS FROM MARCH 16TH UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CONTACT US BY PHONE OR E-MAIL
Postal address
Studierendenwerk Hamburg
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Postfach 13 01 13
20101 Hamburg