Hi all,
I’m helping someone apply for a pension refund from Germany and wondering how long the entire process usually takes—from submitting the application to receiving the refund.

A few questions:
– What are the typical waiting times?
– Are there delays depending on the applicant’s country?
– Does it help to apply through a company or agency?

Any real experiences or timelines would be very helpful!

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