Incoming Health Insurance for Germany
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Visa-ready health coverage for your stay in Germany.
Non-EU nationals planning to live, work or study in Germany generally need valid health insurance for their visa. Incoming or expat health insurance is designed to meet these specific requirements and provide protection from the moment you arrive. The recommended policy can be arranged for a flexible period of up to 365 days.
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Visa and residence permit accepted
Designed to satisfy the insurance requirements for visa and residence permit applications.
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Coverage tailored to your needs
Choose protection suited to your planned stay and personal insurance requirements.
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Flexible cover up to 365 days
Arrange insurance for the period required for your trip or temporary stay in Germany.
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Fast and digital claims
Submit eligible treatment costs through a simple digital claim process.
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Insurance period
Who should be insured?
Choose your tariff
Basic
Essential visa health cover
- Medical treatment in Germany
- Emergency dental treatment
- Return transportation
Profi
RecommendedEnhanced medical & dental benefits
- All from Basic
- Preventive medical & dental check-ups
- Stronger long-stay option
Final step
You are now being redirected to the official HanseMerkur website to securely complete your insurance application.
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Enjoy the security of knowing your valuables are protected.
Who needs incoming health insurance?
Temporary health cover for international visitors who need reliable protection while living, working or studying in Germany.
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New employees
Bridges the gap before your German public or private health insurance begins.
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Language students
Visa-compliant medical cover throughout your language course in Germany.
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Joining family
Protection for your visa and arrival period when relocating to relatives in Germany.
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Remote workers
Reliable health insurance while working remotely during a temporary stay.
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Long-term visitors
Medical protection for extended stays, including treatment and emergencies.
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Newly arrived expats
Temporary cover until a permanent German health insurance plan is available.
Frequently asked questions
Incoming health insurance is a temporary health insurance solution for foreigners who are staying in Germany for up to 365 days. It provides comprehensive medical coverage and can be used for visa applications, residence permits, job seekers, language students, expats, and family members relocating to Germany.
Yes, the incoming health insurance we offer is accepted for National Visa, Job Seeker Visa, Opportunity Card, Language Course Visa, Family Reunion Visa, Residence Permit Applications and EU Blue Card applications during the initial relocation period. You will receive an official insurance certificate immediately after the policy has been issued.
You can apply if you are under 75 years of age and staying in Germany temporarily as a visitor (this does not apply to visa applicants who plan to stay in Germany long term).
Yes, you can apply even after entering Germany. However, if you apply more than 31 days after your arrival, a general waiting period of 31 days applies before most benefits become available. If you apply within the first 31 days after arrival, there is no general waiting period.
The maximum insurance period is 365 days.
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