Application for a death benefit under the civil service benefit program for civil servants and pensioners, or comparable benefits from professional pension funds, upon the death of a close relative.
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Documents you need
Death certificate · Identification card or passport
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
Apply directly online
Costs
Kostenlos – keine Gebühr für den Antrag
Submit an application to the grant office
Along with a death certificate and proof of eligibility for benefits.
Payout
To the heirs or surviving family members.
Submit an application
Submit it in person, by mail, or online to the appropriate agency and keep the confirmation of receipt.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Eligible recipients (civil servants, retirees) or their surviving dependents in the event of the death of the eligible recipient or an eligible family member.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free—no application fee.
Typically about 30 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.