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Dog liability: Safe on the road with your best friend

Dog liability: Safe on the road with your best friend

as a dog owner, you can rely on your furry companion: He is faithful at your side and goes with you through thick and thin. But don't forget: no matter how well-behaved and friendly your dog is, it can always get frightened and run away, causing a traffic accident or injuring a fellow dog while […]
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Sustainable investment: How to combine return and responsibility

Sustainable investment: How to combine return and responsibility

When investing money, many people are interested not only in attractive returns but also in making a contribution to climate protection or ethical and social concerns. They want to opt specifically for sustainable investments and support companies that are concerned about environmental protection, resource conservation and fair production and working conditions. We'll now show you […]
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What you need to know about occupational disability insurance

What you need to know about occupational disability insurance

Have you ever thought about a possible occupational disability? No longer being able to practice your profession sounds unlikely - but it's an underestimated risk: According to the German Insurance Association (GDV), one in four people in Germany can no longer practice their profession before retirement due to physical or mental ailments. If an occupational […]
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Health Insurance for Expats in Germany - Everything You Need to Know

Health Insurance for Expats in Germany - Everything You Need to Know

The German healthcare system is considered one of the best in the world: as a citizen in Germany, you enjoy excellent medical care as well as financial coverage in case of sick leave and nursing care. Executives and professionals from foreign companies working in Germany benefit from expatriate health insurance in Germany. Everything you need […]
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Legal expenses insurance - your protection in case of dispute

Legal expenses insurance - your protection in case of dispute

If you have to assert your rights in court or with the help of a lawyer, your legal protection insurance will cover the costs incurred. This way you can face legal disputes with your landlord, employer or authorities more calmly. Here we show you which costs are covered by legal protection insurance and whether the […]
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What does private health insurance cost?

What does private health insurance cost?

The cost of private health insurance (PHI) depends mainly on the desired benefits and the age of the insured person when the contract is concluded. However, there are price differences between different insurance providers. We will now show you what private health insurance costs you should expect and what you should look out for in […]
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Liability insurance - Covered in all areas of life

Liability insurance - Covered in all areas of life

Whether in private or professional everyday life - even minor carelessness and oversights can have serious consequences. If you forget to turn off your stove or cross a street in your mind and overlook a cyclist, serious damage can occur. You have to pay for these. In such cases, your liability insurance relieves you of […]
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Supplementary dental insurance for current or advised treatment

Supplementary dental insurance for current or advised treatment

Are you currently undergoing treatment at the dentist? Once the dentist has issued the findings, you can (almost) no longer take out a dental plan. Supplementary dental insurance for ongoing or advised treatments is your only option. In this article, we'll show you the options with immediate coverage. Most of these plans are tailored to […]
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Dentist: What does the health insurance pay for?

Dentist: What does the health insurance pay for?

First things first: for almost all dental complaints, there are treatment options that are paid for in full or in part by the statutory health insurance. We will show you which health insurance benefits you are entitled to at the dentist and which costs are covered by law. Basically, treatment is carried out according to […]
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The German Health Care System: An Overview

The German Health Care System: An Overview

The task of a healthcare system to maintain the health of a population is not a simple matter. For this purpose, the German health care system consists of several institutions, groups, organizations, professionals. In the following, you will learn which elements make it up and how the health care system in Germany works. In particular, […]
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Dental treatment abroad: Where is it worthwhile?

Dental treatment abroad: Where is it worthwhile?

A dental treatment abroad is becoming increasingly popular. This is because statutory health insurers only cover a fraction of the costs for many treatments. For members of the public health insurance system, this can mean a high personal contribution, especially for expensive dentures. For this reason, more and more patients are seeking dentists abroad. But […]
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20. December 2022
Insurances for companies in Germany

Insurances for companies in Germany

Companies need an entirely different insurance concept than private customers. On the one hand, for the very specific risks of entrepreneurial activity. On the other hand, for its owners and employees.
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How much is health insurance for a child in Germany

How much is health insurance for a child in Germany

Starting a family in Germany? It's important to learn what healthcare options you have and how much is the health insurance for a child in Germany.
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Which is the best mobile phone contract in Germany?

Which is the best mobile phone contract in Germany?

The best mobile phone contract in Germany is undoubtedly the one that suits you best, when it comes to price, performance and coverage. See your best options.
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Which are the most important insurances to have in Germany?

Which are the most important insurances to have in Germany?

Of course, life is much calmer with many insurances, but not all of them are reasonable. The most important German insurances can be reduced to a few.
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Taxes in Germany - Everything you need to know

Taxes in Germany - Everything you need to know

This article covers all the important details about Taxes in Germany. Learn how to file a Tax Return in Germany and what are the Tax Classes and Brackets.
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How to open a German bank account

How to open a German bank account

Recently moved to Germany, but don't know how to open a German bank account? No problem! In this article, we will explain the things needed to open an account.
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The Ultimate Checklist For Moving To Germany

The Ultimate Checklist For Moving To Germany

Lots of planning is involved when moving to Germany. Follow our, downloadable Ultimate Checklist for Moving to Germany for a smoother transition & integration.
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11. April 2022
AOK health insurance for expats and students

AOK health insurance for expats and students

AOK is one of the largest and most popular health insurers in Germany. Around a third of the German population is insured with the company.
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11. April 2022
Time-limited incoming health insurance for travels and Schengen-Visa

Time-limited incoming health insurance for travels and Schengen-Visa

Foreigners planning a temporary trip to Germany need to set up comprehensive insurance when making their preparations, particularly if using a Visa.
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Is it possible to cancel household insurance due to moving?

Is it possible to cancel household insurance due to moving?

It depends - it is possible, but some conditions must be met | Do you move to another apartment or give up the household?
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About the authors

Martina Martinez - CRCIE Health insurance expert
Martina Martinez has many years of experience in advising expats. She speaks German, English and Spanish fluently.   

Patrick Ott is the founder of Chambervelt, Rooselain & Cie. On Toytown, he shares his knowledge in more than 6,000 articles.

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