FAQs

What is the eligibility criteria for refund of the contributions?

How much interest is paid by German pension office on the deposits?

I have lost my documents, can I still get pension refund?


I have lived in Germany for more than 5 years, can I get the refund? What will happen to my pension contributions?


I have lived in Germany for less than 5 years, can I get the refund?

We advise that you should claim for refund as soon as you complete 2 years, so that if you have to go again to Germany then 60 months period is not crossed (Because if you withdraw the previous contributions then months counting will start fresh).

If I apply for refund now than I will loose contribution made by employer. So I think I should wait for retirement. What is your opinion?

How much amount will I get?


What are the supporting documents required for pension refund procedure?

Following documents are required:

What is the procedure?


I live in a city where German embassy is not there, do I need to visit German embassy in another city to get the document stamped for processing of refund?

How much time does it take to get the refund?

If I get the refund now, Can I again go to Germany for work? Is there any restriction in getting a work permit if I get refund?

Do I need to have a bank account in Germany to get the refund?

Now I know that I can eligible for refund, but I am not confident to do this on my own, can you help me?

More questions? .. do not hesitate to contact us. All queries will be answered without any obligation to use our services.