Rent Allowance in Combination with WWS Scheme

Rent allowance supplements the WWS maximum rent for low incomes, as regulated in the Rent Allowance Act (Wet op de huurtoeslag). Conditions: rent under €879.66, income up to €30,000 (single) and assets under €37,395. Apply via Mijn toeslagen on toeslagen.nl with DigiD. Amount depends on rent, income and household composition; average €250/month. WWS dwellings qualify automatically, provided they are registered. Reporting changes prevents recovery. Upon rent reduction due to WWS review, the allowance adjusts. Specifically for students: rooms up to €477 eligible. Landlords must consult the house number register. In 2024, the allowance increases by 6.9% due to inflation adjustment. This safety net reduces housing costs and promotes social mobility. Combine with income-dependent schemes for optimal benefit. (198 words)