Are your plans to work abroad as an au pair? In this case you should…

Are your plans to work abroad as an au pair?

In this case you should at least buy the Comfort Package. Liability claims within the scope of the au pair activity are insured up to 1 million Euro. This coverage is also valid for language students who live with families with children and carry out similar activities as au pairs. However, we recommend the conclusion of the Plus Package, because it covers additional claims which can occur within the scope of an au pair activity. The key loss risk as well as damage to the host family’s property are examples of this.

Will your health insurance be affected by a side job?

It is of no importance to EDUCARE24 insurance coverage if you have a side job in addition to your primary cause of residence. You should, however, clarify with your employer if such a side job is subject to social insurance contributions.

Does your trip include an internship?

Then the Plus Package is the right choice for you. Damages occurring during internships, which are part of university studies or an Erasmus Plus program, are insured up to 5 million euros and without a deductible. Damages occurring during internships, which are not part of university studies or an Erasmus Plus program, are also insured up to sum of €10,000 and subject to a deductible of €100 per claim

What should you have before studying in a German university?

To study at a German university, you need a higher education entrance qualification. In general, anyone with an international university degree is permitted to study in Germany. However, recognition of your education certificate depends on certain requirements. Please go to the homepage of the Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen to find out if your education certificate is recognized as a higher education entrance qualification in Germany. In order to be admitted to an international study program in Germany, you will also need to present evidence of adequate knowledge of German.

Who is MANGOPAY?

MANGOPAY is an online payment technology designed for marketplaces, crowdfunding platforms and sharing economy businesses. MANGOPAY provides the trustee services and payment technology underlying Expatrio’s blocked account. Expatrio’s blocked account is tailored to each customer and it enables individual accounts for each customer, including an individual IBAN. With the MANGOPAY technology, funds can be held securely for as long as needed. MANGOPAY holds an E-Money Issuer license, which enables Expatrio to accept payments, hold the funds in escrow and pay out with ease, speed and efficiency.

Are you able to send more than the blocked account?

You should not transfer more money than required. The total blocked amount already includes €100 buffer, all fees, and the additional basic sum if needed. If you are requested to deposit more than €800 each month by a visa authority, Expatrio needs an official document from them stating the request.

Which German Blocked Accounts are Officially Approved?

Fulfills all visa requirements! The official requirements concerning a German blocked account are complex. For example, the German right of residence and the regulations of the European Commission need to be considered. The GBA Blocked Account fulfills all visa requirements of the Federal Foreign Office. Our partner Expatrio, who provides the online conclusion of the German Blocked Account, is officially recommended by many German embassies.

What can you do in an emergency?

What can I do to find the correct contact partner and get help immediately? Besides medical emergencies there are also situations which require personal support. We offer information for both cases. Medical emergency! One generally speaks of a medical emergency if a life-threatening situation occurs unexpectedly. Without immediate medical care, severe health impairment or the death of the person is to be expected. Help is needed immediately. Medical care is provided by the family doctor, the family doctor’s locum, the medical helpline service, the nearest available hospital or by the pan-European emergency number 112.