Income Limits for Healthcare Allowance for Residents of Den Haag
As a resident of The Hague, the healthcare allowance income limits determine whether you qualify for this financial support toward your health insurance premiums. The amount depends on your reference income, household situation, and number of children. For 2024, the limits are as follows: above these thresholds, the allowance decreases or ceases entirely. Discover the limits and tips tailored for Den Haag.
What do the healthcare allowance income limits mean?
These limits represent the maximum reference income eligible for healthcare allowance. Below the lower threshold, you receive the full amount; above it, the allowance tapers off to zero at the upper threshold. This ensures optimal support for low-income households. The Tax Authorities base this on your income from two years prior (for 2024: your 2022 tax return, as adjusted), including wages, benefits, alimony, and assets. For cohabiting couples in Den Haag, the total household income applies.
In Den Haag, many social assistance or unemployment benefit recipients check against these limits; contact the Legal Aid Office Den Haag for a personal assessment.
Legal Framework
The Healthcare Allowance Act (HCAA) governs this: Article 6 HCAA calculates eligibility based on reference income, while Article 8 HCAA sets the phase-out (3.33% reduction per euro exceeded above the lower threshold). Limits are published annually in the Official Gazette under the Tax Allowances Act, adjusted for inflation. For 2024, this is particularly relevant for many families in The Hague facing rising costs.
Current Healthcare Allowance Limits for 2024 in Den Haag
Limits per household; gross annual income. Use the tool on toeslagen.nl for your situation in Den Haag.
| Household Situation | Lower Threshold (Full Allowance) | Upper Threshold (No Allowance) | Max. Monthly Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single without children | € 38.601 | € 50.467 | € 123 |
| Cohabiting without children | € 52.467 | € 71.897 | € 216 |
| Single with 1 child | € 47.607 | € 59.473 | € 197 |
| Cohabiting with 1 child | € 61.473 | € 80.903 | € 290 |
| Single with 2 children | € 56.613 | € 68.479 | € 271 |
| Cohabiting with 2 children | € 70.479 | € 89.909 | € 364 |
Source: Tax Authorities 2024. More children? Higher limits. Try the calculator on toeslagen.nl.
Calculating Reference Income for Residents of The Hague
Start with your tax return income from two years ago, minus a 7% deduction. Add: partner's income, notional child-related budget, alimony, business profits.
- Example: Single resident of The Hague with €35,000 gross in 2022. After deduction: €32,450 < €38,601: full €123/month.
Real-Life Examples from Den Haag
Example 1: Single in Zuiderparkbuurt. Income €40,000 (reference €37,200): full allowance. Rises to €45,000 (€41,850): reduced by €36, leaving €87.
Example 2: Couple with child in Laakkwartier. Combined €55,000 (€51,150): €290. At €65,000 (€60,350): €232 remaining.
Example 3: Self-employed in Scheveningen. €30,000 profit + €10,000 alimony = €37,200: full allowance.
Rights and Obligations
- Provisional allowance: Based on estimated income; overpaid? Must repay.
- Revision: If income drops (e.g., via Municipality of Den Haag unemployment benefits), apply for adjustment (Art. 24 HCAA).
- Report changes: Cohabitation, children via Mijn toeslagen.
- Objection: Within 6 weeks (GALA Art. 6:3); appeal to District Court of Den Haag.
FAQs for Den Haag
Income just too high?
Gradual phase-out: €1,000 excess = approx. 3.33% less. Tax Authorities tool helps.
Do benefits count?
Yes: social assistance (Municipality of Den Haag), unemployment benefits, state pension, disability benefits. Student grants do not. Assets >€33,748/person (2024) affect eligibility.
Partner with high salary?
Household-based; report separation for adjustment.
New child?
Limits +€9,000 per child; report immediately.
Tips for Residents of The Hague
- Provisional calculation: toeslagen.nl.
- Income drop: Request provisional assessment via Municipality of Den Haag.
- Check annually: Finalized in April.
- Assets: >€144,000 single / €182,000 cohabiting = no allowance.
- Need help? Legal Aid Office Den Haag (free advice) or Tax Authorities.