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Rentenantrag — Pension application (R0100)
The pension application to the Deutsche Rentenversicherung: the statutory pension is only paid on application.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
- Claim your German statutory pension (Antrag auf Versichertenrente, R0100).
- The Deutsche Rentenversicherung recommends applying about three months before the start date you want.
Documents to have ready
- Your pension insurance number (Rentenversicherungsnummer)
- An ID document and your tax identification number (Steuer-ID)
- Your bank details (IBAN, BIC) and health insurance details
Where to send it
Online through the Deutsche Rentenversicherung's online services, or on paper, posted or handed in to the DRV. DRV advice centres, Versichertenberater, Versicherungsämter and local councils help you fill it out and also accept applications.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site.
- Keep a copy of what you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.