Every year, the federal government allocates significant funds to families, distributed across various benefits. Here, we provide an initial overview of the financial support options available for families and during pregnancy.
Our tip: Start preparing your applications before the birth and complete them as much as possible in advance.
Advance Maintenance Payment
Single parents can apply for advance maintenance payment for children under the age of 18 at the Youth Welfare Office if the person obligated to pay maintenance does not pay at all, pays irregularly, or if paternity has not been established. The amount of the payment always depends on the age of the child.
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Child Benefit
Child benefit is an income-independent financial support for families with children. It can be applied for immediately after the child's birth at the Family Offices of the Employment Agencies or the Family Office for Public Service Employees.
Further information, as well as the application form, can be found here.
Further informa
Child Supplement, Benefits for Education and Participation, and Housing Allowance
With a low income, many parents are eligible for child supplement, the education package, and/or housing allowance—this applies to both couples and single parents. Families are eligible for the child supplement if the parents' income covers their own needs but not th
Maternity Allowance
You are entitled to maternity allowance if you are employed or in marginal employment. If you are a member of a statutory health insurance scheme, you can apply for maternity allowance through your health insurance provider.
Further information about maternity benefits can be found on the Family Portal.
If you are privatel
Parental Allowance
Parental allowance supports the financial stability of families and allows parents to dedicate time to their child.
You can find more information here.
The federal government allocates substantial funds to families each year, which are distributed among various benefits. Below, we provide a brief overview of the financial support available for families and during pregnancy.
Our tip: Prepare your applications well in advance before the baby arrives so you can focus fully on your new arrival onc
The federal government allocates substantial funds to families each year, which are distributed among various benefits. Below, we provide a brief overview of the financial support available for families and during pregnancy.
Our tip: Prepare your applications well in advance before the baby arrives so you can focus fully on your new arrival onc
Child Benefit
Child benefit is an income-independent financial support for all families with children up to 18 years old. It can be applied for immediately after birth at the family offices of the employment agencies or the family office of the public service.
Further information and the application form can be found here.
