What is the Carinthian Family Card?

The Carinthian Family Card is a free, digital discount and service card in the form of an app that offers Carinthian families discounts, promotions, and information. Any Carinthian family can apply for the Carinthian Family Card if the parents and children have their primary residence in Carinthia and receive family allowance.

I still have a physical card. Is it still valid or do I have to switch to the digital family card?

The physical card remained valid during the transition period until the end of May 2026. As of June 1, 2026, you can only enjoy the benefits with the digital card. In exceptional cases, physical cards will still be issued.

How is the digital Carinthian Family Card provided?

The Carinthian Family Card is provided as a main card and sub-cards assigned to the main card.

Who in the family can apply for the main card?

main card can be applied for by anyone who

has at least one child and a common main residence in Carinthia,
receives family allowance for the child in accordance with the Family Burden Equalization Act 1967,
has Austrian citizenship. Foreign citizens (except citizens of an EU member state) must provide proof of a valid residence permit (valid settlement permit or positive asylum decision).

Who in the family can apply for a subcard?

A subcard can be applied for by anyone who

is a relative of a child of the main cardholder,
has their main residence in Carinthia,
has Austrian citizenship. Foreign citizens (except citizens of an EU member state) must provide proof of a valid residence permit (valid settlement permit or positive asylum decision).
has the consent of the main cardholder

Who is considered a relative of the child?

Mother/foster mother
Father/foster father
Partner of a parent
Partner of a parent
Grandmother/great-grandmother
Grandfather/great-grandfather

Why is the consent of the primary cardholder required for a valid subcard?

The primary cardholder will be notified when someone wants to link to the card/card number. To ensure that the card is not misused, the primary cardholder must give their consent, thereby confirming their family connection to this person.

What can a child's relative do if they do not receive the consent of the primary cardholder?

In this case, please contact us at: familienkarte@ktn.gv.at

How do I get my digital family card?

First, download the "Kärntner Familienkarte" app from the App Store onto your mobile phone. Create an account (you will be asked for your main place of residence and family allowance) and enter all the required information correctly. Other family members can then connect to your card by also installing the app and confirming the connection request (link via email) as the main card user.

Will there still be a physical card in addition to the digital card in the future?

We have decided to contribute to reducing CO2 emissions within the scope of our capabilities by issuing our Carinthian family card in digital form and discontinuing the plastic version. This saves a total of 27.73 g of CO2 per card. Please help us protect the environment!
If you still decide to have a physical card, you can order one (please note that it takes up to 4 weeks to process physical card orders).

How long is the digital family card valid?

The family card is valid for the period during which family allowance is received for the child.

Do I have to report any changes and who can I contact?

The holder of the digital card must immediately report any changes affecting the requirements (change of residence to another federal state; change in family allowance payments, etc.). Please contact familienkarte@ktn.gv.at.

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