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Covered from the very start: Provisit Student TK for students under 30
Starting college in Germany marks the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of international students – one accompanied by many organizational challenges. One of the most important requirements is reliable health insurance coverage that meets both visa regulations and university requirements. Provisit Student TK offers a comprehensive solution that combines security, convenience, and flexibility. Insurance coverage starting upon arrival Developed by DR‑WALTER in cooperation with Techniker Krankenkasse (TK), this insurance plan is specifically designed for international students and provides seamless coverage throughout their entire stay in Germany. Provisit Student TK combines the benefits of a public student health insurance with additional services tailored to the needs of foreign…
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New Health Insurance for International Professionals
With the Provisit Come In tariff, DR WALTER is introducing a new comprehensive private health insurance policy specifically tailored to the needs of international professionals in Germany. The plan combines full coverage with a high degree of flexibility and is aimed at a growing target group that is gaining importance as a result of skilled worker immigration and new residency models. Tailored Coverage for Getting Started in Germany Provisit Come In is a substitute private comprehensive health insurance plan and thus meets all legal requirements for full health insurance coverage in Germany. The plan is particularly suitable for international employees, freelancers, and their family members, as well as professionals with…
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2026 business survey: Fewer au pairs in Germany – industry calls for better conditions
The latest business survey for 2026 shows that the au pair program in Germany remains under pressure. In 2025, approximately 8,500 foreign au pairs came to Germany—a 15 percent decline from the previous year. This continues a negative trend that began in 2023, posing significant challenges for both host families and placement agencies. In 2019, there were still around 15,000 au pairs in Germany. Restrictive and Inconsistent Visa Policies as a Major Obstacle A key reason for the decline lies in restrictive and inconsistent visa practices. While prospective trainees can obtain a visa relatively easily, au pair arrangements often fall through due to complex and opaque procedures. In addition, there…
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Nomad Summit Remote Work Edition
The Nomad Summit, a leading brand in the digital nomad community organizing conferences since 2015, announces its new Remote Work Edition, taking place August 16-17, 2025, at Kultuurikatel in Tallinn. Co-organized with Remote Work Europe – a community that connects talent, insight, and support for remote career success—the event will feature inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and networking to help attendees land their first fully remote jobs, or grow their careers within the location-independent lifestyle. The world’s first in-person Remote Job Fair on Sunday offers a unique opportunity to meet recruiters and employers face-to-face; tickets for the job fair can be purchased separately. Driven by the global shift toward flexible work,…
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COVRD.EE führt VisaFlex ein
Die neue Funktion eliminiert ein finanzielles Risiko für Nomaden, die ein Visum beantragen – Versicherungsschutz und Zahlung beginnen jetzt erst, wenn der Antrag angenommen ist. Die Zahl der Visa für digitale Nomaden nimmt weltweit zu. Nach dem Vorreiter Estland haben inzwischen auch Portugal, Spanien, Italien und Kroatien in Europa sehr erfolgreiche Programme aufgelegt, um ortsunabhängig Tätige ins Land zu locken. Südafrika, Japan und vor allem Thailand bieten außerhalb Europas attraktive Nomaden-Visa an. Eine internationale Krankenversicherung ist eine der wichtigsten Voraussetzung für die Antragsteller. Die meisten Versicherungstarife haben jedoch eine 12-monatige Mindestvertragslaufzeit – lange bevor die Antragsteller wissen, ob ihr Visum genehmigt wird oder ob sie überhaupt mit der Reise beginnen…
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COVRD.EE Launches VisaFlex
The new feature eliminates financial risk for nomads applying for visas – insurance coverage and payment now only start once you’re approved and on the move. With digital nomad visas on the rise globally, international health insurance has become a key requirement for visa applicants. But most plans demand upfront commitment to a 12-month contract – long before applicants know whether their visa will be approved or if they’ll even begin traveling. Today, COVRD.EE, an international health insurance plan designed for digital nomads, introduces a new industry-first feature: VisaFlex – the Visa-Backed Start Guarantee. This unique upgrade ensures that insurance coverage – and payment – only begin once two conditions…
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Number of au pairs in Germany declining – uncertain visa policy endangers exchange program
Despite the high demand from German host families, the number of foreign au pairs is falling. According to the latest DR-WALTER Business Survey 2025, only around 10,000 au pairs came to Germany in 2024, a significant decline compared to the previous year. The main reason for this is the increasingly restrictive and non-transparent visa issuing practices of German diplomatic missions abroad. Placement agencies are sounding the alarm: without stable visa regulations, the au pair program is at risk of losing its social and cultural significance. More host families than au pairs – the system is faltering More and more families want the support of an au pair, especially in economically…
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Zahl der Au-pairs in Deutschland sinkt – Unsichere Visapolitik gefährdet Austauschprogramm
Trotz der großen Nachfrage deutscher Gastfamilien sinkt die Zahl der ausländischen Au-pairs in Deutschland. Laut der aktuellen Konjunkturumfrage 2025 von DR-WALTER kamen im Jahr 2024 nur noch rund 10.000 Au-pairs nach Deutschland, was einem deutlichen Rückgang gegenüber dem Vorjahr entspricht. Hauptgrund hierfür ist die zunehmend restriktive und intransparente Visavergabepraxis deutscher Auslandsvertretungen. Vermittlungsagenturen schlagen Alarm: Wenn es keine verlässlichen Visaregeln gibt, könnte das Au-pair-Programm seine wichtige Rolle für den kulturellen Austausch und die Gesellschaft verlieren. Mehr Gastfamilien als Au-pairs – das System gerät ins Wanken Immer mehr Familien wünschen sich die Unterstützung eines Au-pairs, besonders in wirtschaftlich starken Regionen wie Bayern, dem Rhein-Main-Gebiet oder Baden-Württemberg. Doch laut Umfrage hatte jede zweite…
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New freedom for world explorers
The world is your home – and we’re now making traveling even easier. The popular Protrip World travel insurance for long-term stays abroad for digital nomads, students, long-term travelers and adventure seekers now offer monthly credit card payment. If you don’t have a German bank account for a SEPA direct debit mandate and are perhaps traveling on a smaller budget, you’ll be pleased to be able to pay for your insurance abroad on a monthly basis. This is precisely why we have expanded our payment service: from now on, insurance premiums can be debited from your credit card on a monthly basis – ideal if you are already traveling or…
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Internationale Au-pair-Konferenz: Chancen, Wachstum und globale Vernetzung
Auch in diesem Jahr war DR-WALTER als Sponsor auf der WETM-IAC (Work Experience Travel Market und IAPA Annual Conference) vertreten. Die internationale Au-pair-Konferenz, die vom 19. bis 21. März 2025 in Alicante stattfand, ist eine wichtige Plattform für den Austausch und die Weiterentwicklung der Branche. Als langjähriger Experte für die Absicherung von Au-pairs nutzt DR-WALTER diese Gelegenheit, um bestehende Partnerschaften zu pflegen und neue Kontakte zu knüpfen. Die zahlreichen Vorträge und Workshops bieten wertvollen Input für die Weiterentwicklung unserer passgenauen Versicherungslösungen. Engagement der IAPA für den Kulturaustausch Seit 17 Jahren ist DR-WALTER als „Associate Member“ in der IAPA International Au Pair Association aktiv und unterstützt deren Einsatz für den internationalen…
