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Public Health Insurance

Public Health InsuranceYou have found a permanent position in Germany and earn more than €450 per month? Then you usually have to take out health insurance coverage with a public health insurance provider. We can offer you extensive public health insurance coverage with DAK-Gesundheit health insurance carrier.







Additional benefits

Public health insurance offers you comprehensive coverage when receiving treatment by a doctor, in the hospital or in rehabilitation facilities and also supports you in the purchase of prescription drugs. In contrast to other public health insurance providers, DAK-Gesundheit also provides you with many additional services such as travel vaccinations, bonus programs and optional plans.


Fees

The premium rate for public health insurance with DAK-Gesundheit is 16.1% of your gross salary. Your employer pays half of this. You will also be charged 3.05% for your long-term care insurance coverage if you have children. If you have no children, the contribution is 3.30%. In Germany, the premium payments are deducted directly from your salary. You therefore do not have to transfer any further amounts.


For the entire family

Are you the main breadwinner in your family? With public health insurance, you have the possibility to insure your spouse and children free of charge through a family insurance plan.


Online application process

You can apply for public health insurance coverage quickly and easily online. You can then use the proof of coverage when applying for a residency permit.


Apply now!


Apply now!


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