Pensioners, their relatives and carers can use this form to notify Renten Service of the following changes or submit applications:

• New address in Germany
• New accounts at German financial institutions
• Change of name (e.g. due to marriage)
• Application for advance payment for the first three months (Sterbevierteljahr) after your loved one has deceased (spouses or partners only)

On the following pages, select the appropriate form for changing your foreign account details.

Funeral directors and service providers can use this form to notify Renten Service of a death or apply for an advance payment for the first three months (Sterbevierteljahr) after the policy holder has died (only for spouses or partners).

Pension insurance institutions as well as informational- and advice centers can use this form to make the following changes:

• New address in Germany
• New accounts at German financial institutions
• Change of name (e.g. due to marriage)
• Application for advance payment for the first three months (Sterbevierteljahr) after your loved one has deceased (spouses or partners only)

You will find detailed information about the 2024 life certificate on our website