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Health Guide for your perfect start in Germany

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What you need to know about German health insurance

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What to do if you get sick in Germany

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How much public and private health insurance costs

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How the European Health Insurance Card works

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Frequently asked questions: Everything you need to know

Important tips for your first steps in Germany

Check out what to organize when you start studying

Find everything you need for your start as an employee

How you can benefit from free family insurance

Get started with special tips for apprentices

How to sign up German health insurance

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Are you moving to Germany to work or study and would like to have public health insurance? Let’s guide you through the process.

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For further information simply call our English Service Hotline on 0800 333 0060* (and +49 202 568 333 0060* from abroad). Or write us an email.

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