Healthcare & Appointments
How long does a Reha (rehabilitation) last?
Estimated wait
~21 days
Based on published sources
The 3 weeks is the stay itself — do not confuse it with the application processing time, which is a different clock. Your treating physician can extend the stay if needed. General information, not medical advice.
A standard medical rehabilitation (Reha) in Germany normally lasts about 3 weeks (around 21 days), according to the German Pension Insurance — and it can be shortened or extended if medically necessary. Children's Reha is often 4 weeks, and psychosomatic or neurological rehab frequently runs longer.
More details
The application decision is a separate step: legally within about 3 weeks for a straightforward case, stretching to 5–7 weeks when a medical assessment is needed.
Last updated: 15 Jul 2026
Information is for general knowledge only.