When will your insurance start? Language students, intern and doctoral students The insurance cover of…

When will your insurance start?

Language students, intern and doctoral students The insurance cover of the private health insurance EDUCARE24 (S, M, L or XL) applies as soon as you arrive in Germany. Students up to age 29 From the beginning of your subject-related studies you will be insured by Techniker Krankenkasse (TK). If you arrive in Germany before the start of your studies at the university, DR-WALTER will provide you with a free additional cover from your arrival until the start of your studies. Students from age 30 The insurance cover of the private health insurance EDUCARE24 XL applies as soon as you arrive in Germany.

Will travel expenses be covered by the insurance?

No, travel costs are not covered by the foreign health insurance. We recommend: Contact your travel company to clarify whether, for example, the airline will offer you a goodwill arrangement (free rebooking or cancelation of your trip).

What are some of the most common reasons tourists’ visas get rejected?

There are many reasons for a Visa rejection. The most common ones are: poor performance at the embassy interview, insufficient proof of financial means, lack of communication skills and incomplete documents. Make sure the next time you apply, you’re prepared!

What is some important information interns should know about?

Information for interns – Our recommendation! The PROTRIP-WORLD insurance for interns adapts to your travel plans. You have the choice between different travel regions and you can also flexibly choose the scope of insurance: PROTRIP-WORLD always includes a strong international health insurance. We especially recommend interns to supplement their insurance cover with the Comfort or Plus Package to be able to travel and work without worries. The two packages differ in the scope of the liability insurance. The Plus Package offers students and Erasmus Plus participants particularly good protection. It includes, among other things, higher benefits in the event of damage caused by internships as part of a study or Erasmus Plus program.

What should you do in the even of damages as a result of an accident?

An accident is a sudden, unexpected, involuntary and external event taking place at a certain time and place and causing damage to a person’s health. Medical treatments that become necessary as a result of an accident are covered by health insurance. Permanent impairment or death as a result of an accident is covered by accident insurance. Accident insurance also provides financial assistance in case of plastic surgery, rescue costs or long-term hospital stays as a result of an accident. Please notify us immediately in case of an accident. Notification of damages as a result of an accident is handled by: DR-WALTER GmbH Abteilung Leistung (Claims Department) Eisenerzstr. 34 53819 Neunkirchen-Seelscheid Germany Email: claims@dr-walter.com   Tel: +49 (0) 2247 9194 -31 Fax: +49 (0) 2247 9194 -20

What is Techniker Krankenkasse (TK)?

Techniker Krankenkasse (TK) is the largest provider of public health insurance in Germany. Due to its great price/performance ratio and its excellent customer service, TK is especially popular with students from Germany and abroad. TK attaches the greatest importance to providing perfect service to its insured in all situations of life and offers advice concerning all questions about health and well-being at any time. TK provides a state-of-the-art online service and an English-speaking 24/7 service hotline.

What is the type of insurance that the PROTRIP-WORLD offers?

Perfectly insured with PROTRIP-WORLD! All-round insurance cover for au pairs, high school participants, Work and Travel participants, volunteers, interns, language and exchange students, undergraduates, postgraduates and other travelers. You should not make any compromises when choosing your international travel insurance. Especially for longer stays abroad it is advisable to rely on extensive benefits and first-class care. PROTRIP-WORLD is suitable for all young people up to 49 years of age and can be taken out for up to 24 months. The big plus: PROTRIP-WORLD can even be taken out during the trip. Because au pairs, high school students, Work and Travel participants , volunteers, trainees, language and exchange students or students or doctoral students face very special challenges during their trips, PROTRIP-WORLD was designed to meet these needs. We know what moves you. For 60 years, DR-WALTER has provided international health insurance policies for youth and educational travel and each year, many thousands of satisfied clients rely on the comprehensive cover of our insurance solutions.

Why is Germany so attractive to tourists from all over the world?

Some of the main attractions in Germany are: The Neuschwanstein Castle, Octoberfest, Brandenburg Gate. The Nuremberg Christmas Market, Reichstag Building. And much more are these beautiful destinations and events that attract many tourists from around the globe, to apply for a German Visa and visit.