If you are visiting Germany as a visiting scholar / visiting researcher but not receiving salary from the German research institute, you can choose the profession as "PhD student" in our application page. This option will ensure that you receive the correct insurance product. You can set the monthly amount and the length of your blocked account according to your individual situation.

If you are visiting Germany as a visiting scholar / visiting researcher and you will be receiving salary from your german institute, you should contact your institution in Germany for which health insurance you are eligible.

Don't worry, this profession will not be shown on your blocked amount confirmation document. It will only ensure that you receive the correct insurance product recommendation.