Despite the prominent role that health insurance has in all of our lives, only a few people take the time to fully understand health insurance in Germany. That holds true for Germans and non-Germans alike!
Read moreLife insurance in Germany provides financial security for loved ones through a one-time payment upon death, with coverage sums typically calculated at 3-5 times annual gross income and varying contract structures for married couples, unmarried partners, and business protection...
Private legal expenses insurance in Germany covers lawyer and court costs for everyday legal disputes across four main modules: private matters, housing/rental issues, employment conflicts, and traffic-related cases, with typical waiting periods of three months...
Household insurance in Germany covers personal belongings like furniture, electronics, clothes, and bikes against risks including fire, burglary, water damage, and storms, with coverage typically calculated at 650€ per square meter of living space and available...
Landlords in Germany need specific insurance coverage depending on their rental type: unfurnished apartments require liability insurance for property owners and legal expenses insurance, while furnished rentals also need content insurance to protect provided furniture and belongings...
Germany's supplementary health insurance system allows public health insurance (GKV) members to bridge coverage gaps through private add-ons across four main areas: in-patient treatment, out-patient care, dental services, and nursing care, addressing limitations of the basic public system...
Germany's healthcare system is undergoing a significant digital transformation with the nationwide implementation of Electronic Patient Records (elektronische Patientenakte or ePA) from April 29, 2025. This digital solution represents one of the most important developments...
Following elections in February and four weeks of intensive talks, Germany has formed a new coalition government comprising the conservative Union parties (CDU/CSU) and the center-left Social Democrats (SPD). With Friedrich Merz taking the helm as Chancellor...