Question 99
Who pays for social security in Germany?
Deutsch: Wer bezahlt in Deutschland die Sozialversicherungen?
Answer options
- Employers only
- all nationals
- Employers and employees✓ Correct answer
- Employees only
Explanation
In Germany, social security and solidarity are important components of the social system. These include various social insurance schemes such as health, pension, unemployment and long-term care insurance. These protect people against risks such as illness, unemployment or old age. The financing of social insurance is regulated by law and is based on certain contributions that must be paid regularly. The following question relates to who bears these contributions in Germany.
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