Will my current health insurance be sufficient for my studies in Germany? For students from…

Will my current health insurance be sufficient for my studies in Germany?

For students from non-European countries the answer is “no”. If you come from a non-European country, taking out a German health insurance is required by law. Without a German health insurance you will not get a visa and cannot enroll at a German university. For students from Europe the requirements are not that strict. However, we recommend you seek advice from your health insurance provider.

What is some important information that you should know about as a high school participant?

Information for high school participants – Our recommendation! The PROTRIP-WORLD insurance for high school participants 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 high school participants 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 includes a higher basic insurance sum and covers, for example, the risk of losing your keys and damages arising from an act of favor (e.g. you water your neighbors’ flowers while they are away and knock over a valuable vase, OR you empty the mailbox of your out-of-town neighbors and your key breaks off).

Do you need a visa in order to visit Germany?

There are a lot of reasons why people want to travel to Germany. Members of the Schengen States can visit this beautiful place without a visa as a result of the Schengen Agreement, as for non-EU citizens, they can visit, study, work in it but must obtain a Schengen visa first.

Is the health insurance only for students?

Some student insurers’ products depend on their customers’ student status and deny reimbursements if this student status is inactive, be it only for a short while. EDUCARE24 is available to all foreign visitors, which stay in Germany or Europe as language students, regular students, trainees or guest scientists – independent of their residence status.

Why is opening a blocked account in English?

We ask for your understanding that the online opening of the GBA Blocked Account is only offered in English at the moment. The reason for this is that many students who need a German blocked account are more familiar with English than with German.

What countries consist of the validity area EUROPE?

Europe within the meaning of this policy includes all EU countries, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Vatikan City. The following 28 countries are currently member of the European Union (EU): Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus (Republic of Cyprus), Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom.

Will the insurance cover an infection with a virus?

Fever, cough, signs of corona infection? You can rest assured. Language students, interns, doctoral students and students from the age of 30 With GERMAN STUDENT INSURANCE you don’t need to fear high medical costs. The medical treatment of the corona virus infection is covered. In addition, EDUCARE24 includes coverage up to 90 days for medical expenses should you be forced to stay abroad for a longer period of time due to the infection. Students up to age 29 The medical treatment of the corona virus infection is insured by Techniker Krankenkasse (TK). Exclusively for TK-insured persons there is a “corona virus infection hotline” of the TK-ÄrzteZentrum: 040-46 06 – 61 91 60 (Monday to Friday from 8 – 20 o’clock) and the “TK-Doc”-App” (German). You find further information as well as a video on how to distinguish between corona, cold and flu on the website of TK (German).

Which is the right visa for you if you want to travel in Germany?

If your only purpose of visiting Germany is to travel around then we recommend you apply for a Tourist and Visitor Visa. This Visa is great for people who are only interested in visiting Germany for a short period of time. To either go sight-seeing or maybe visit family/friends.