Pflegeversicherung (long-term care insurance) enrollment

Overview

Use this when starting employment or reaching retirement age. Pflegeversicherung (long-term care insurance) is mandatory alongside health insurance and is deducted automatically.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

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

What you'll need

• Health insurance details
• ID

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

• Pflegegrad (care level) assessment request
  High
  When triggered
• Krankenversicherung der Rentner (KVdR) enrollment
  High
  When triggered
• Confirm motor liability insurance (Kfz-Haftpflicht)
  Critical
  On car registration
• Motor insurance cancellation deadline (November 30)
  Critical
  Annually
• Kfz-Versicherung (car insurance) setup
  Critical
  When triggered