Germany’s Federal Government is providing financial assistance to people in education and training with a one-off energy price allowance. As of 15 March 2023, applications are now open nationwide.
Detailed information can be found at https://www.einmalzahlung200.de/. There is also a section of frequently asked questions.
1. a BundID account
and
2. an access code, as well as a PIN if applicable
Method 1 (BundID account):
There are three ways to set up a BundID account. We recommend that international students select the first option:
a) With username, e-mail address, and password: https://id.bund.de/de/eservice/konto/registration/1
b) With online identification of your personal ID. Learn how to set up a BundID account via this method at: https://www.einmalzahlung200.de/eppsg-de/bundid-anlegen
c) With your digital residence permit, European eID, or personal ELSTER certificate
Method 2:
In the next few days, you will be able to enter your access code and PIN for the online application portal after entering your u-number and password via HisInOne on the Harz University of Applied Sciences homepage.
Method 3:
Between 15/03/2023 and 30/09/2023, you can use your BundID account, access code, and PIN (only if you are using method 1 a)) at the portal linked at www.einmalzahlung200.de to enter your bank account information and request the 200 €.
Please note that the university is only liable if you select method 2, and cannot provide any helpful information if you experience any problems with methods 1 and 3. If you have any questions, please refer to the contact information provided at www.einmalzahlung200.de.