Recognition of the Degree of Disability in Catalunya

Procedure managed by CAD (Centres d'Atenció a Persones amb Discapacitat) - Departament de Drets Socials that provides access to: Issuance of the official disability degree certificate and delivery of the 'Targeta acreditativa de la discapacitat'.

Requirements

• •Reports from Neuropediatria or the reference hospital of Institut Català de la Salut (ICS)

Steps to follow

1. 1Review the mandatory requirements and prepare the necessary public medical reports.
2. 2Access the competent authority: CAD (Centres d'Atenció a Persones amb Discapacitat) - Departament de Drets Socials.
3. 3Submit the application by filling out the official form (online or in person).
4. 4Key tip for this step: Catalunya experiences notable administrative backlog in Barcelona CAD offices and metropolitan areas. Attach all documentation online via 'Tràmits Gencat' to freeze your application date.

Required documents

• •Official clinical reports (Neuropediatrics / Psychiatry from the public health service).
• •Family Record Book (Libro de Familia) or birth certificate of the minor.
• •DNI / NIE of the minor (if available) and of the legal guardians.
• •Previous disability or dependency determinations (if applicable to the procedure).

Where to file it

CAD (Centres d'Atenció a Persones amb Discapacitat) - Departament de Drets Socials

• •Telemático (Sede Electrónica)
• •Presencial (Oficinas de Registro / Ventanilla Única)