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Infosession about the German Health Insurance

Krankenversicherung (Image: Lothar Drechsel / istock.com)

You have recently received an admission letter to TH Köln? Congratulations! Before you can start your studies in Germany, you must register with a Statutory Health Insurance.

Therefore, you are welcome to take part in the free welcome sessions presented by Techniker Krankenkasse for international students deal with the topic "Well prepared for your studies - Health insurance in Germany". 

Questions like...

  • How do I receive the M10 notification from TK for my university for enrolment?
  • What are the regulations for EU-students and non-EU-students regarding health insurance?
  • How does the German health care system work?
  • What can I use my insurance card for and what benefits are covered?

 …will be answered.

Duration:

60 minutes

Dates:

  • July 8, 2026, 2-3 p.m. (UTC+2), 
  • July 22, 2026, 2-3 p.m. (UTC+2)
  • August 5, 2026, 2-3 p.m. (UTC+2)
  • August 19, 2026, 2-3 p.m. (UTC+2)

Registration via the TK website:

https://online-terminvergabe-techniker.de/Portal/Event/SD0UPS

July 2026

Krankenversicherung (Image: Lothar Drechsel / istock.com)

Health Insurance

Students are required by law to provide proof of sufficient health insurance coverage at the time of enrollment and to maintain this cover during their studies. PhD students and incoming scholars are obliged to take out health insurance for themselves and their accompanying family members. Show more

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Health and Safety

Studying abroad can be a truly wonderful and unique experience. However, critical and unexpected situations cannot always be avoided. Here you will find information just in case something does happen. With this in mind, have fun, enjoy your time in Cologne and take good care of yourself! Show more


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