Apply for continued child benefit payments during vocational training
Application for continued child benefit payments for children over the age of 18 who are in vocational training or pursuing higher education, up to the age of 25.
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Quick answer
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Documents you need
Certificate of Enrollment / Training Contract · Identification card or passport
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
Kostenlos
How to proceed
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Submit proof of training
Certificate of enrollment or training contract submitted to the Family Benefits Office.
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If applicable, the child's income statement
If the child's income is higher, the Family Benefits Office will review the eligibility requirements.
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Continued payment of child support
Until the end of their education, or until they turn 25 at the latest.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Parents of children of legal age who are in vocational training or pursuing a degree.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 88.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Training certificate not submitted on time
- •The child's income limit was not taken into account
Common reasons for rejection
- •The child has turned 25
- •Training already completed or discontinued
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.
Questions & Answers
How much does it cost to apply for continued child benefit payments during vocational training?▼
Free.
How long does it take to apply for continued child benefit payments during vocational training?▼
Typically about 14 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Familienportal des Bundes
- Data quality
- 100 %