Child Budget: Extra support for families
The child budget (kindgebonden budget) is a government contribution for parents with children under 18. The amount depends on income, number of children and family situation.
What is the child budget?
The child budget is a government contribution for parents with children under 18, based on income and number of children. It is often calculated automatically if you receive child benefit. Single parents receive an additional supplement.
Who is eligible?
- Parents with children under 18
- You receive child benefit from SVB
- Dutch nationality or valid residence permit
- Single parents: income up to ca. €29,736 for max amount
- Couples: joint income up to ca. €39,141 for max amount
Conditions 2026
- You receive child benefit
- Assets max €146,011 (single) or €184,633 (with partner)
- Child under 18
- Single parents receive extra supplement
- Amount decreases as income rises
How much child budget?
- Depends on number and age of children
- Children 12-17: higher amount
- Single parents: extra supplement
- Higher income = lower amount
- Calculate at toeslagen.nl or contact us
How to receive child budget?
Receive child benefit
If you receive child benefit, the budget is often calculated automatically.
Apply or check
Not automatic? Apply via Mijn Toeslagen with DigiD.
Verify details
Check that income, family situation and children are correctly registered.
Monthly payment
Receive the child budget monthly in your bank account.
How does Zandwijken help?
We check if you receive the maximum amount you are entitled to. If it was not automatically assigned, we help with the application. We also advise on the impact on other allowances.
Frequently asked questions
Need help with child budget?
Contact Zandwijken. We check if you receive the maximum amount for free.