Review child vaccination schedule (STIKO)

Overview

Use this after your child is born when following recommended vaccinations. Use the STIKO schedule and keep the vaccination booklet (Impfausweis) up to date.

Timing to be aware of

From child birth onward

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

Key date to check

child_birth_date

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?

Related events

• Register child in Familienversicherung
  Critical
  14 days after child birth
• Confirm maternity health insurance benefits (Mutterschaftsgeld)
  High
  6 weeks before child birth
• Review child account and junior insurance setup
  Low
  90 days after child birth
• Notify employer of Elternzeit
  Critical
  7 weeks before child birth
• Apply for Elterngeld
  Critical
  3 months after child birth