Child-related Budget: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to access extra monthly financial support for your children and how the calculation works for parents in the Netherlands.
This scheme provides monthly financial support to help families manage the essential costs of raising children, such as food, clothing, and school supplies.
Who it's for
To qualify for this support, you must be a parent with children under the age of 18. Additionally, you must already be receiving child benefit to be eligible for this specific budget.
What you get
You receive extra monthly financial support designed to help cover the daily costs associated with raising children. The amount you receive is not a fixed sum for everyone; instead, it is calculated based on your specific household income and the total number of children you are supporting.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee or monetary cost required to access this benefit. The process is designed to be seamless, as the calculation is performed automatically based on the information provided in your tax returns.
The catch to know
The biggest risk is simply missing out on the money because you are unaware it is available to you. It is often overlooked by eligible families if they do not regularly check their 'Toeslagen' portal.
How to apply
- Access the official portal to review your current information.
- Regularly log in to your 'Toeslagen' portal to check for any available benefits.
- Verify that your tax returns are filed correctly to ensure the automatic calculation works as intended.
https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/nl/kindgebonden-budget/kindgebonden-budget