Witwenrente
Witwenrente, also known as widow's pension, is a type of social security benefit paid to surviving spouses after the death of their insured partner. In Germany, it is a component of the statutory pension insurance system, designed to provide financial support and prevent hardship for the surviving spouse. Eligibility criteria for Witwenrente typically include the deceased having paid into the pension insurance system for a certain minimum period and the marriage having been legally recognized.
There are generally two types of Witwenrente in Germany: the small Witwenrente and the large Witwenrente. The
The amount of Witwenrente is calculated based on the deceased spouse's pension entitlement. It is generally