Notice deadline for statutory-to-statutory insurer switch

Overview

Use this when switching from one statutory insurer (GKV) to another. Notice is usually due by the end of the month, two months before the switch takes effect on the first of the month after next.

Timing to be aware of

After new health insurer application

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

What you'll need

None listed (confirm when the event applies)

Common questions

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

• 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?

Related events

• Enroll in health insurance after arrival
  Critical
  14 days after arrival
• Confirm health insurance continuity during unemployment
  Critical
  On employment end
• Register child in Familienversicherung
  Critical
  14 days after child birth
• Confirm receipt of health insurance card
  High
  14 days after registration complete
• Register a Hausarzt
  High
  30 days after arrival