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. The online lectures for international students deal with the topic "Well prepared for your studies - Health insurance in Germany". They will start on July 03, 2025 and will then take place every second Wednesday from 2 - 3 pm.

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:

Every second Wednesday between 2-3 p.m.

Registration via the TK website:

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

June 2025

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