Child health insurance enrollment

Overview

Use this within six weeks of your child's birth. Enroll the child on your statutory health insurance (Familienversicherung) at no extra premium—coverage gaps are not allowed.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Child's birth certificate
• parent's health insurance details

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• How do I apply for Kindergeld and who is eligible?
• How much parental allowance will I get and how is it calculated?
• Does it cost more to see a doctor in Germany if I'm not from the EU?
• I just arrived and my card hasn't arrived. Can I see a doctor today?
• How do I sponsor a relative's visa to visit me in Germany?

Related events

• Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate) registration
  Critical
  When triggered
• Child Anmeldung (residence registration)
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Kindergeld application
  Critical
  When triggered
• Elterngeld application
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Elternzeit notification to employer
  Critical
  Deadline applies