Confirm health insurance continuity during unemployment

Overview

Use this from the day your employment ends when you need uninterrupted health coverage. Coverage usually continues via the Agentur für Arbeit or Jobcenter; avoid any uninsured gap.

Timing to be aware of

On employment end

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

Key date to check

Employment status

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

• Health insurance transition (employment to unemployment)
  Critical
  On employment end
• Report employer change (general work permit, Section 18)
  Critical
  Immediately on employment end
• Check Blue Card unemployment grace period (under 2 years)
  Critical
  On employment end
• Check Blue Card unemployment grace period (2+ years)
  Critical
  On employment end
• ICT Card unemployment (immediate lapse)
  Critical
  On employment end