The quickest and easiest way to get confirmation of health cover to enrol at university is with the TK-App. This confirmation is then forwarded automatically to the university. If necessary, you can also have a confirmation sent to you for your records.
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The advantages of the TK-App
With the TK-App you can take care of your health insurance from the comfort of your phone. The App allows you to download certificates, send us messages securely, get reimbursements and also take part in the TK Bonus Plan. What’s more, it also gives you access to TK-Fit, our specially designed fitness programme with sporting challenges and great bonuses.
Why is it important to submit confirmation of your health insurance in good time?
As a student you require proof of health insurance cover for many reasons:
- Legal requirement: in Germany, all students must have health insurance. Without it, you cannot enrol at university.
- Avoiding delays: if you don't submit your health insurance certificate on time, your university enrolment could be delayed. This means you might miss important introductory events or the beginning of your courses.
- Access to university facilities: full enrolment is often necessary to access university resources such as libraries, computer labs and online learning platforms.
- Financial benefits: many benefits for students, such as discounts and financial aid, depend on your student status, which requires valid health insurance.
- University planning: universities need to know early on how many students have health insurance to plan effectively.
- Legal protection: health insurance is not only necessary for enrolment but also provides protection if you get sick, ensuring you receive medical care without high costs.
Important information for foreign students
Please use our online service below if you
have health insurance cover in your home country.
wish to opt out of statutory health insurance and take out private insurance.
Simply upload proof of your health insurance (for example, a photo of your European Health Insurance Card, a certificate of entitlement from your foreign insurer, or your private health insurance policy):
