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Apply for rehabilitation

Application for medical or vocational rehabilitation to restore the ability to work.

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Processing: approx. 1 monthsSuccess rate: 75.0 %
Last reviewed: August 02, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Medical Report · Personalausweis oder Reisepass

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos

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How to proceed

  1. 1

    Obtain a doctor's recommendation

    A primary care physician or specialist issues the medical report.

  2. 2

    Submit an application to the appropriate agency

    German Pension Insurance (for employed persons) or health insurance.

  3. 3

    Review and Approval

    If approved, a rehabilitation clinic will be assigned.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Insured individuals whose ability to work is at risk or impaired and for whom rehabilitation measures are likely to be successful.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months

Success rate

approx. 75.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Medical report is missing
  • Application submitted to the wrong agency (pension insurance instead of health insurance)

Common reasons for rejection

  • Insurance requirements not met
  • The need for rehabilitation has not been sufficiently substantiated medically

Alternatives

  • Check related services in the application assistant
  • Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

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Questions & Answers

Does the principle of “rehabilitation before retirement” apply?

Yes, rehabilitation measures generally take precedence over disability benefits.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
Deutsche Rentenversicherung
Data quality
100 %

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