Applying for a reduced earning capacity pension

What deadlines must be paid attention to?

Unlimited pensions:
If you apply for a pension in the first 3 months after the onset of your reduced earning capacity, your pension will start from the 1st day of the month following the onset of your reduced earning capacity. If you submit your application later, your pension will only be paid from the start of the month in which you submit your application.

Temporary pensions:
As a rule, a temporary pension begins at the earliest on the 7th calendar month after the onset of the reduction in earning capacity. It is sufficient if the pension has been applied for by the end of this 7th calendar month. If you submit your application later, the pension will only be paid from the start of the month of application.

How long does it take to process

Processing usually takes up to 5 months.

Please note:
During the pension process, you are generally entitled to wages or sickness benefit. If your entitlement to sickness benefit has been exhausted, you should register with your employment agency - even if your employment relationship continues. You may be entitled to unemployment benefit until the pension insurance company makes a decision.

What are the costs?

There are no costs for you.