Application for a statutory pension upon reaching the standard retirement age or in the event of reduced earning capacity.
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Documents you need
Identification card · Social Security number · Birth certificate
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
Apply directly online
Costs
Kostenlos
Check your pension information
Starting at age 55, annually from the DRV.
Submit an application
3–6 months before retirement.
Review the decision
Take pension adjustments and tax brackets into account.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Persons insured under the German Pension Insurance Scheme who have made contributions for a sufficient period of time.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 95.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Ideally, 3 months before the desired retirement date.