31 Changes in 2026 Impacting Your Daily Life

New here? Check out GermanPediaDid someone forward you this? Subscribe to this newsletter. 31 changes coming in 2026 you should know about Social security Social insurance: Significant increase in contribution assessment ceilings. This is the maximum income considered to calculate your insurance premium. Higher earners will feel the effect. Health and long‑term care: €66,150 to €69,750 Pension and unemployment insurance: €8,050 to €8,450 per month Annual income threshold for switching to...