German pension documents worldwide: start with your country of residence
Germany and Türkiye are our main focus. We also support people living in other countries with preparation of German pension documents.
EU, EEA and Switzerland
France, Austria, Bulgaria, the Netherlands and other European countries can form part of a cross-border insurance history. Establish the applicable coordination framework and institution. Country of residence and nationality are separate facts.
Countries with social security agreements
Türkiye and other agreement countries have their own applicable arrangements. Do not assume that the conditions for one country apply unchanged to another. List every country in which you were insured.
Countries without an applicable agreement
Living in a country without an agreement does not by itself remove routes for applying for a German pension. It also does not imply that all foreign periods can be combined. Clarify responsibility directly with DRV.
Prepare one international document overview
List countries, insurance references and periods in one timeline. Group correspondence by the institution that issued it. Note spelling differences and moves. Refer tax and health insurance questions separately to the appropriate institutions.
Frequently asked questions
Is your service only for Turkish citizens?
No. Document preparation support is available to people of different nationalities and countries of residence.
Are pension rules identical worldwide?
No. Applicable arrangements and responsible institutions differ.
Which languages can I use?
Our website and enquiry routes are available in German, Turkish and English.
Official source · checked 2 November 2026: Deutsche Rentenversicherung ↗
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