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How to Claim a German Pension Refund: Complete 2026 Guide
· UpdatedWorked in Germany and left? You may be able to claim your pension contributions back. This 2026 guide covers every rule that decides your case: eligibility by citizenship, the 60-month limit, the 24-month waiting period, how much you get back, forms, where to send your application, deadlines, objections and survivor claims — each with official sources. Check your eligibility and estimate your refund in 60 seconds, then claim it yourself or let us handle everything.
The 24-Month Waiting Period for a German Pension Refund: When Can You Apply?
When the 24-month waiting period for a German pension refund starts, what restarts it and the first day you can apply — with a free date calculator.
Which German Pension Office Handles Your Refund Claim?
Deutsche Rentenversicherung is 16 carriers, not one office. Find the one responsible for your refund claim — and where to send your application.
German Pension Refund Processing Times: The Data Behind Our Numbers
· UpdatedHow long our 300 most recent completed refunds took: median 40.5 days, 229 of 300 (76.3%) within 90 days — and exactly how we measure.
German Pension Refund After Brexit: Rules for UK Nationals and UK Residents
· UpdatedWhy UK citizens and anyone living in the UK generally cannot get a German pension refund before retirement age after Brexit — and the three exceptions.
How to Get a Social Security Number in Germany
· UpdatedLearn how to get a social security number in Germany, including requirements for employees, freelancers, and students, and answers to frequently asked questions.