Child Support
Monthly payment for each child—regardless of income.
How to proceed
- 1
Contact the Family Benefits Office
Submit an application to the appropriate family benefits office.
- 2
Submit a birth certificate
For newborns within the first 3 months.
- 3
Payout
€250 per child per month (2024).
Required documents
- Child's birth certificateMandatoryOften forgotten
- The child's tax identification numberMandatoryOften forgotten
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Kostenlos
Processing time
approx. 4 weeks
Official: max. approx. 2 months
Common mistakes
- • The child's tax ID is missing
- • Birth certificate not included
Common reasons for rejection
- • The child does not live in the household
- • Joint application by the other parent
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
All parents and legal guardians residing in Germany.
Income limit
No income limit—child benefit is available to everyone.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 weeks
Success rate
approx. 98.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The child's tax ID is missing
- •Birth certificate not included
Common reasons for rejection
- •The child does not live in the household
- •Joint application by the other parent
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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How much will child benefit be in 2024?▼
250 euros per child per month, regardless of the number of children.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Data quality
- 100 %
Latest content changes
- Kindergeld 250 € ab 2024 bestätigt
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Handle Child Support online
Submit your application directly online – without visiting an office.
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Regional processing times, responsibilities and specifics.