Starting January 2023, the federal government will increase child benefits in Germany. This change brings many advantages for families with children.
Child benefit is an important government benefit for families in Germany. It is intended to cover the costs of raising and caring for children. In this article, you will learn more about the amount of the child benefit increase and how it affects families.
The child benefit amount now uniformly increases to 250 euros per month for each child. This corresponds to an increase of 31 euros for the first two children and 25 euros for the third child compared to the previous year. This means that a family with two children receives a total of 744 euros more in child benefits per year.
If you have already applied for child benefit, the amount will be increased automatically; no new application for child benefit is required.
In addition, the child benefit for children living abroad will also be increased. This primarily affects families who live abroad due to professional activities and raise their children there.
Child benefit is an important financial support for many families. It can help cover the costs of basic needs such as food and clothing for the children. It can also contribute to enabling educational and recreational opportunities for children and improving the overall standard of living for the family.
The increase in the child benefit amount is an important step to support families in Germany and to give them the opportunity to adequately care for and promote their children.
Requirements for Child Benefit
It is important to note that child benefit is not paid automatically. Parents must apply for child benefit and submit the required documents. For more information on applying for child benefit and the requirements, please visit the website of the Federal Office for Family and Civil Society Tasks.
From when do you or your child have the right to child benefit?
- Your child is under 18 years old.
- Your child lives in your household and is cared for by you.
Child benefit can also be applied for children living abroad. Further information can be found on the website of the Federal Employment Agency.