Applying for an extension of temporary benefits under the Federal Pension Act
If you are already receiving temporary benefits under the Federal Pension Act, these benefits can continue to be granted so that, among other things, your livelihood continues to be secured.
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Basic information
Injured persons whose entitlement to medical treatment under the Federal Welfare Act or under a law that declares the Federal Welfare Act to be applicable in whole or in part will receive medical treatment benefits from January 1, 2024.
If, as an injured person, you have previously received temporary benefits under the BVG in conjunction with the Victims Compensation Act (OEG)/ Vaccination Protection Act (IfSG)/ Civilian Service Act (ZDG)/ Soldiers' Compensation Act (SVG), you can apply for the continued granting of temporary benefits under the Federal Pension Act. These benefits include financial and social support to ensure that your livelihood or your need for participation or care is secured.
Your social compensation provider will decide whether and to what extent you receive support.
Requirements
- Receipt of temporary benefits under the BVG in conjunction with the OEG/IfSG/ZDG/SVG
- The living situation requires continued approval of the benefits
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Procedure
The application for continued authorization is made in writing. The necessary documents will be requested by the authorities. If required, an interview can be held on request.
- You will receive the relevant documents from the contact person. If necessary, complete the documents, enclose the required evidence or supporting documents and send the documents back to your responsible office.
- Your entitlement will be determined on the basis of the documents. The authority will inform you of the result in the form of a decision, which is usually sent to you by letter.
- If entitlements to benefits have been determined, you will receive an approval notice. If no entitlements are determined, you will receive a rejection notice.
- The eligible costs will be transferred to the account you have specified.
More information
Legal remedy
Appeal: An appeal can be lodged against a decision within one month of its notification. Further information regarding the procedure and the competent authority to which you can lodge an appeal can be found in the notification of your application. The appeal can be submitted in writing and electronically.
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Necessary Documents
- Your contact person will request the necessary documents
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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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Fees / Costs
gebührenfrei
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
When applying for temporary benefits in accordance with § 145 SGB XIV, the application must be received by the pension office no later than 2 weeks after the end of the approval period.
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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More Information
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 07.11.2025