Altersrente
In short
Altersrente is the state pension in Germany paid to individuals who have reached the legal retirement age. Recent updates show that from January 2027, pensioners can earn up to 633 euros per month through a minijob.
In plain words
It is the money you receive from the government after you stop working. The amount depends on how long you paid into the system. New rules are changing how much you can earn from small jobs while receiving it.
A simple example
A person born in 1960 reaches the required age in 2026 and begins receiving monthly payments to cover living costs.
Why it matters
It provides financial security for elderly citizens. Changes to minijob limits and rules regarding widow's pensions directly affect how much money people have left each month.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with Erwerbsminderungsrente, which is a pension for people unable to work due to illness or disability.