Applying for the card

What is the European Disability Card?

The European Disability Card is a card you can use when you participate in cultural, sports and leisure activities.

Going to the cinema, a theme park, the theatre, a sports event or a museum? This card enables you to benefit from various advantages.

The advantages that you will receive will depend on the partner accepting the card. Be sure to check the website, social media or advert of the place you are visiting, or contact the partner directly.

You can find all you need to know about the European Disability Card in this online brochure (.pdf).

Attention: the European Disability Card is not valid as a parking card. For that, you still need a specific parking card for people with disabilities (NL/FR/DE).

Who can apply for the card?

Please note that this information applies to Belgian citizens only.

You can apply for the card if you are recognised by or receive help from an official institution for persons with disabilities.

Children receiving increased child benefit are also entitled to a European Disability Card.

The six Belgian institutions are:

How do I apply for the card?

Please note that this information applies to Belgian citizens only.

On 1 January 2024, this the method of issuing and renewing the European Disability Card (EDC). The EDC will be automatically issued and renewed from now on.

Read what that means for you, depending on your particular situation

Find out more about the exact procedure for every institution

I am recognized by the Federal Public Service Social Security

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC.
- You can apply for the card via the digital service point My Handicap. If you need help navigating the online application process, please consult this website.
- You can apply for the card by filling in the contact form of the Directorate General for Persons with Disabilities.
- You can also send a letter to the following address:
  Federale Overheidsdienst Sociale Zekerheid
  Directie-generaal Personen met een handicap
  Kruidtuinlaan 50 bus 150
  1000 Brussels

I am recognized by the Vlaams Agentschap voor Personen met een Handicap (VAPH)

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC.
- You can apply for the card online via the digital service point of VAPH.

I am recognized by the Agence pour une Vie de Qualité (AViQ)

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC.
- You can apply for the card by calling or emailing the office in your area.
- You can also visit the office to apply for the card. Visit the website of AVIQ to see an overview of all the offices and their contact details.
- You can also call the general number 08 001 60 61, email numérogratuit@aviq.be, or fill in the form on the website of AVIQ.

I am recognized by Service public francophone bruxellois (Phare)

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC.
- You can apply for the card by sending a letter to the following address:
  Dienst Phare
  Paleizenstraat 42
  1030 Brussels
- You can also call 02 800 82 03 (Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm, except on Wednesdays) or email info.phare@spfb.brussels. When submitting your application, include your first name and surname, your date of birth and your National Register Number.
- You can also visit the office to apply for the card. Remember to make an appointment first. You can do this by calling or emailing them (see contact details above)

I am recognized by Iriscare (Centre de l'évaluation de l'autonomie et du handicap)

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC. You can apply for the card by contacting the Centre
- by e-mail : autonomie-handicap@iriscare.brussels
- by phone : 0800 35499
- via the postal address: :
  Iriscare - Centre d'évaluation de l'autonomie et du handicap
  Rue de Trèves, 70 boîte 2
  1000 Bruxelles.

I am recognized by Dienststelle für Selbstbestimmtes Leben (DSL)

If you received your certification of disability after 1 January 2024 and do not yet have an EDC, you will automatically be offered a European Disability Card (EDC).
When your EDC expires, it will be automatically renewed.
If you have a certified disability, approved before 1 January 2024, but do not yet have an EDC, you need to apply for the EDC.
- You can apply for the card by calling 08 009 00 11 or emailing info@selbstbestimmt.be.
- You can also visit the office to apply for the card. Their visiting address is:
  Vennbahnstraße 4/4
  4780 Sankt Vith

Frequently asked questions about the card

Read the most frequently asked questions about the European Disability Card.