The income limit at assistance level varies greatly depending on the family composition. For a single person, this amounts to €1,140.71 gross per month in 2024, but for a married couple without children, it rises to €1,711.07. Do you have children? Then a supplement per child applies: €308.34 for the first child and €218.94 for each subsequent child. These amounts are indexed annually based on the price index.
In the calculation, the total household income is taken into account, including that of a partner. Exceptions exist for income from alimony or student financing, which are partly disregarded. The municipality checks this via the Basisregistratie Inkomen en vermogensgegevens. Exceedance leads to a reduction percentage: 100% of the excess is deducted up to 150% of the norm, thereafter 50%.
Important: rent allowance and healthcare allowance are counted as fictitious income, which effectively lowers the limit. For single parents with young children, a milder regulation sometimes applies. Always consult the SVB calculation tool for a personal simulation. Incorrect declaration can lead to recovery and fines up to €5,280. Ensure full transparency in the application.