What's a Sozialversicherungsnummer?
Your Sozialversicherungsnummer (SVNR) is your German pension number. Everyone in Germany who is employed needs an SVNR. This number keeps track of what your employer is paying into your pension. This number is unique and will stay with you for all your life.
Anytime you start a new job, your employer will ask you for this number. You may not be able to start at your new company until you give them your SVNR.
How do I get my SVNR?
If you're signing up for private insurance, you or your employer will have to request the SVNR. Luckily, we’ve simplified this step for you. Simply request it below!
Your SVNR will then be sent to you by post at your registered address. This may take up to 3 weeks.
Please note: our team will not be able to speed up the process, as the pension office is responsible for sending it to you.