Arzt / Zahnarzt Abmeldung (doctor/dentist records transfer)

Overview

Use this before leaving Germany when you need medical records abroad. Request your Patientenakte from doctors and dentists—delivery can take up to four weeks.

Timing to be aware of

Before event

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

What you'll need

• Patient ID
• written request

Common questions

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

• I already left Germany but forgot to do my Abmeldung. Is this a problem?
• I'm moving. Will the post office automatically forward my mail?
• 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

• Abmeldung (deregistration) filing
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Kündigung of rental contract
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Wohnungsübergabe (apartment handover) preparation
  High
  When triggered
• Kaution (deposit) recovery after departure
  High
  When triggered
• Kündigung of electricity/gas contracts
  High
  Deadline applies