Getting health coverage is legally required in Germany, therefore, you must select a plan from 3 different tiers: public, private or expat insurance. Cost, eligibility requirements, and coverage might differ depending on the tier and plan you want to apply for.
Mandatory for employees earning between €6,456 and €69,300/year before taxes. It covers 90% of Germans.
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Comprehensive coverage for employees earning above €69,300/year and freelancers earning above €30,000.
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Perfect starting point when arriving in Germany and applying for your first visa as a freelancer, job seeker, or student above 30.
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Switching with Feather is easy, fast, digital and can be done directly from your Feather account.
If you become employed in Germany, are eligible for the KSK or are a freelancer earning above €30,000, then we recommend switching to public or private health.
If you earn as an employee over €69,300 or through self-employment over €30,000, private insurance is probably the better option for you.
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