Family & children A2

Apply for child benefit

Step-by-step to the family fund: application, documents, payment and changes.

kindergeld familie familienkasse

What is that?

Child benefit is a state family benefit to support parents.

Where do I do that?

Application via the family fund of Bundesagentur für Arbeit (state employment agency).

Required documents

  • Steuer-ID (tax identification number) from parents and child
  • Birth certificate
  • Bank details

Typical costs

The application is free of charge.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Collect all documents
  2. 2 Submit the application digitally or in writing
  3. 3 Check confirmation of receipt
  4. 4 Report changes (e.g. moving) directly

Important German words & sentences

die Familienkasse - zuständige Stelle für Kindergeld
Die Geburtsurkunde - amtlicher Nachweis der Geburt
Die Auszahlung - Überweisung der Leistung
Ich möchte Kindergeld für mein Kind beantragen.
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Common mistakes

  • • Missing Steuer-ID (tax identification number) delays processing.

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