Insurance & Law B1

Understanding pension information

How to read the annual pension information and identify gaps early.

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What is that?

The pension information provides an overview of previous times and expected benefits.

Where do I do that?

Online services and advice centers of the German pension insurance.

Required documents

  • Pension insurance number
  • Personal documents regarding periods of employment

Typical costs

Standard information and many advisory services are free of charge.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Check pension information annually
  2. 2 Compare insurance history
  3. 3 Report missing times
  4. 4 Use a consultation appointment

Important German words & sentences

die Renteninformation - jährlicher Überblick
Der Versicherungsverlauf - gespeicherte Erwerbszeiten
Die Kontenklärung - Korrektur und Ergänzung von Daten
In meinem Versicherungsverlauf fehlt eine Beschäftigungszeit.
Wie vereinbare ich eine Beratung?

Common mistakes

  • • Do not keep documents relating to old employment.

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