What are the requirements for child benefits?
July 22, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Emma Weinert
Dear lawyer,
My name is Edith Schmitt and I have a question regarding the requirements for child benefit. My situation is as follows: I am a single mother of two children aged 6 and 10. I have been receiving child benefit for both children up to now, however I have been informed that my claims are to be reviewed.
I am worried that I may no longer receive child benefit and I am wondering what requirements I need to meet in order to continue to be eligible for it. I am employed and earn an average income, which is not sufficient to support my family alone.
Are there specific criteria that I need to meet in order to continue receiving child benefit? Are there any options to apply for support if my entitlement to child benefit is indeed revoked? I am unsure and would like some clarity on how best to handle this situation.
Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Edith Schmitt
Dear Mrs. Schmitt,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the requirements for child benefit. It is understandable that you are concerned if you have been informed that your entitlement is being reviewed. I would like to assist you in this situation and provide you with information on the requirements for receiving child benefit.
In general, parents are entitled to child benefit if they have a child in their household who has not yet reached the age of 18. For adult children, there is also entitlement to child benefit under certain conditions, for example, if they are in education or attending university. As a single mother of two children aged 6 and 10, you have a basic entitlement to child benefit.
The amount of child benefit depends on the number of children. Currently, child benefit is €219 per month for the first and second child. The amount increases from the third child onwards. However, it is possible that your entitlement may be reviewed to ensure that all requirements are still being met.
If you are employed and have an average income that is not sufficient to support your family alone, you may be eligible for additional benefits. This could include child allowance or housing benefit. Child allowance is a financial support for families who have an income but still do not earn enough to cover their living expenses. Housing benefit, on the other hand, is a government support to secure housing.
It is important that you have all the necessary documents and evidence ready for the review of your child benefit entitlement, and to apply for additional benefits if your child benefit should cease. I am also available for a personal consultation to discuss your individual situation and plan the next steps together.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
Emma Weinert
Social Law Attorney
