Health care eligibility

Last activity 03 January 2024 by FrauSchlau

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FrauSchlauActive member22 March 2021 17:55:49

Good day,

A brand new member here - my apologies if this question has been asked/answered here before.

I am an EU citizen looking to move Austria to retire. I will not be working, I will not be claiming a pension (for which I am obviously not eligible, as I never worked or paid taxes in the EU), I will live off savings/investments taxed in the country where I currently live (that has the double-taxation avoidance treaty with Austria).

My question: how can I become eligible for healthcare in Austria upon moving there? Is there an annual fee that everyone pays through taxes or - in cases like mine - separately? Is there perhaps a connection between healthcare cost contributions and real estate tax (as I may choose to buy an apartment rather than rent one)?

Any and all help will be greatly appreciated.

IcebirdMember14 April 2021 21:17:26

Did you find out?

FrauSchlauActive member03 January 2024 05:48:18

@Icebird

No, never followed up. The current situation in/around Europe has changed, too. Am reevaluating my options.

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