Am I entitled to supplementary child benefit outside the Netherlands?
You can only get supplementary child benefit if you also get child benefit from the Social Insurance Bank (SVB). That means you must have an income from the Netherlands. Supplementary child benefit is means-tested. Your eligibility depends on how high your income is.
You get child benefit now
You may still be able to get child benefit if you and your child live outside the Netherlands but you have an income from the Netherlands. Or if you are living abroad temporarily but not working abroad. This could be the case if, for example:
- you or your partner is employed, self-employed or a business owner in the Netherlands;
- your Dutch employer has seconded you abroad;
- you are studying abroad temporarily.
Find out more about eligibility for child benefit
Other conditions
If you get Dutch child benefit, you can also get supplementary child benefit if you meet these other conditions:
- your income is under the income threshold (Nibud, information in Dutch), and
- your assets do not exceed a certain amount (Tax Administration, information in Dutch).
If you are moving abroad
Are you moving abroad? Then report your new address abroad to your former Dutch municipality. This is important so that authorities can find you. For example, if you still have to pay tax in the Netherlands or if you receive benefits. You may be fined if you do not do this. Or your benefits may be stopped.
Have you already moved or has your address changed? Report your change of address online.
Don't know your new address yet? You can also receive your mail digitally. You will then receive your mail in the Message Box of MijnOverheid. Turn on your message box so you do not miss any mail.
Check what else you need to arrange if you are going to emigrate or live abroad temporarily
Contact
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.