Orphan's Pension Calculator
Calculate the entitlement to half or full orphan's pension for children of deceased insured persons.
Details
Orphan Pension per Child / Month
150,00 €
10% of pension (Half-orphan)
Per Child / Year
1.800,00 €
Note: Half-orphan pension (one parent deceased) is 10% of the deceased's pension, full orphan pension (both parents deceased) is 20%. Paid until age 18, or 27 if in education. As of: 2025.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is entitled to an orphan's pension?
Orphan's pension is available to children whose deceased parent was insured in the statutory pension system. Half-orphan's pension is paid if one parent died; full orphan's pension if both parents died.
How long is orphan's pension paid?
Orphan's pension is paid until age 18, or until 27 if the child is in education, training, voluntary service, or is disabled. Own income above an allowance reduces the pension amount.
What is the Orphan's Pension Calculator?
The orphan's pension calculator computes the amount of the half or full orphan's pension for children of deceased insured persons.
How does the Orphan's Pension Calculator work?
Enter the pension entitlements of the deceased parent. Half-orphan pension: 10% of the deceased's pension. Full-orphan pension: 20%. The calculator adds the credit-period supplement.
Key Data and Facts
Half-orphan pension: 10% of the insured person's pension. Full-orphan pension: 20%. Payable until age 18, with training/studies until 27. Own income is not offset (since 2015).
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