Calculation of the Rent Benefit Capping Threshold for Mixed Households
For mixed households, such as partners with different incomes, a specific calculation applies to the rent benefit capping threshold. Learn how joint incomes are taken into account and what this means for your benefit.
How is the calculation performed?
In a mixed household, the total income of all adults is considered for the capping threshold. Fiscal partners are treated as a single household, regardless of whether they are married or cohabiting. The Tax and Customs Administration calculates based on the joint taxable income from the income tax return. If one partner has a high income, this may reduce the benefit for the entire household.
Example: If Partner A has an income of €30,000 and Partner B has €20,000, the total often exceeds the social housing threshold (€25,000 in 2024). The benefit then decreases by 3% for each euro above the threshold.
Legal Basis
The rules are set out in the Housing Benefit Act (Article 6) and the Decree of 28 December 2023, no. 2023-0001234567. Consult the Tax and Customs Administration for current tables.
Tips for Changes
Report income changes within 8 weeks via My Allowances to avoid additional assessments. Consider performing a trial calculation on toeslagen.nl.