Health insurance cancellation template
Our cancellation template for basic and supplemental insurance will help you when switching health insurer.
27.08.2025
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1. Cancelling basic insurance: downloadable template
With certain exceptions, you can cancel compulsory health insurance with effect from the end of the year. Your health insurer must receive your cancellation letter by the last working day of November. The postmark date on the letter is not decisive.
It’s best to send the cancellation letter by registered post. This way, you have legally binding proof of delivery.
If it’s already too late to send a registered letter, you can also take the cancellation letter to your insurer in person. Make sure you get confirmation that you handed the letter in.
Download the basic insurance cancellation template now. Then fill in all the fields.
Comparis tip: save money on premiums by switching health insurer
Are you planning to switch health insurer? If so, it's definitely worth comparing the different providers. Although all basic insurance policies offer the same cover, the premiums can vary.
2. Cancelling supplemental insurance: downloadable template
The cancellation dates for supplemental insurance vary depending on the health insurer. Often, the health insurer must receive the cancellation form by 30 September.
Good to know: do not cancel your existing supplemental insurance too early. You should wait for confirmation of acceptance from the new insurer first. This is because, unlike with basic insurance, the new health insurer may refuse to accept you for supplemental insurance.
Download the supplemental insurance cancellation template now. Then fill in all the fields. Important: only enter the supplementary insurance policies that you wish to cancel.
3. How do I write a cancellation letter to my health insurer?
You should provide the following information in the cancellation letter:
Your full name, address and insurance number
The name and address of the health insurer
A declaration that you are cancelling the insurance on the due date
The place, date and your handwritten signature
Tip: it is best to use our free cancellation template for basic insurance and our cancellation template for supplemental insurance. This ensures that all of the important information is included and it saves you time.
4. Military and civilian service: letter template for suspending basic insurance
If you take part in military or civilian service for more than 60 consecutive days, you can suspend your basic insurance for the period of your service. You can download a template letter for suspending your insurance here.
This article was first published on 08.11.2022
