Are you working during your studies? Different types of employment affect your health insurance in various ways. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Mini-job or part-time job
- Definition: A mini-job is when you earn less than €556 per month (€6,672 per year).
- Health insurance: Income from a mini-job is not taxed and does not affect your health insurance. This includes volunteer work as well.
2. Social security contributions
- Definition: If you earn more than €556 per month, your job is classified as subject to social security contributions.
- Health insurance: You will be registered with a statutory health insurance provider. If you were previously privately insured, you must switch.
- Contribution: Your monthly contribution is automatically deducted from your salary.
3. Working student status
- Definition: As a working student, you work part-time while studying, often for a company.
- Health insurance: You can remain in your private health insurance as long as you meet the working student criteria.
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