Apply for compensation instead of a monthly compensation payment from the Social Compensation for Victims
Injured parties can receive a one-off settlement instead of a monthly compensation payment if they are eligible. You can find out more here.
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Basic information
As the injured party, you will receive monthly compensation payments. However, instead of these monthly compensation payments, you can also apply for a settlement. The application for compensation must be submitted within one year of the compensation payment being approved.
You can receive the settlement from a degree of injury of 30. It is paid for 5 years and amounts to 60 times the monthly compensation payment.
Monthly compensation payments already made must be offset against the settlement. Payment of the severance payment settles the claims to the monthly compensation payments for a period of 5 years.
Requirements
- You were granted the monthly compensation payments less than a year ago.
- The application must be submitted to the competent institution at your place of residence.
- Exception: In the case of vaccination damage, responsibility depends on the place of vaccination.
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Procedure
When you apply for compensation, the Social Compensation Body will check whether and to what extent you are entitled to compensation instead of a monthly compensation payment for injured parties. You will receive a notification of the decision and, if applicable, information on the benefits granted as well as other necessary evidence.
You can apply for social compensation benefits in writing.
- If necessary, you can make an appointment with your contact person at the pension authority or at your responsible office.
- You will receive a notice of approval for the application for compensation. If the entitlement is not established, you will receive a rejection notice.
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Competent Department
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Amt für Versorgung und Integration Bremen
- +49 421 3615541
- +49 421 3615326
- Doventorscontrescarpe 172 D, 28195 Bremen
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@avib. bremen. de - Legally secure e-communication more
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Fees / Costs
gebührenfrei
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
There is no deadline.
How long does it take to process
The prerequisite for processing is that all mandatory information has been provided. The processing time varies depending on the competent authority and the individual case. It is not possible to give an exact time and it depends on the complexity of the individual case.
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 07.11.2025