Exporting Child Benefit in The Hague: rules and conditions
Exporting child benefit means that as a resident of The Hague or Dutch national, you can receive child benefit for your children, even while residing abroad. This scheme applies under strict SVB and EU rules, ideal for expats from The Hague working abroad but with children in the NL.
What does exporting child benefit entail?
This SVB scheme allows receiving child benefit from the Netherlands despite a foreign residential address. Applies to:
- The Hague residents abroad with kids in NL (e.g., with ex-partner).
- Parents with centre of vital interests outside NL, kids registered in The Hague.
- Examples: diplomats or marines from The Hague-style neighbourhoods.
Legal basis
Laid down in:
- Child Benefit Act (WK).
- Child Benefit Export Regulation.
- EU Coordination Regulation 883/2004 for priority country.
- Civil Code art. 1:301-1:302 for parental authority.
Conditions for exporting child benefit
Essential requirements:
1. Personal status
- Dutch nationality.
- Centre of residence abroad (family/work there).
2. Child status
- Children with usual residence in NL (BSN/address, e.g., The Hague).
- No or lower benefit abroad.
3. Unique right
No double claim; EU rules assign one country. Proof via E411 form.
Amounts for exporting child benefit 2024
Equal to NL standard, adjusted by age:
| Age | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
| 0-5 yrs | €163.80 |
| 6-11 yrs | €202.00 |
| 12-17 yrs | €236.80 |
| 18-20 yrs (study) | €236.80 |
Application procedure
Submit to SVB via Mijn SVB portal with:
- Passport copy.
- Child birth certificates.
- Proof of foreign address and NL child registration.
Practical tips The Hague
Register kids in BRP The Hague for BSN. In case of divorce: parental authority via Child Protection Board The Hague. Update address changes promptly to prevent termination.