AKW conditions in Delft: everything about child benefit
The AKW conditions determine who in Delft and surroundings is entitled to child benefit. Discover the rules, your rights and how to report changes to the The Hague District Court or Juridisch Loket Delft.
What do the AKW conditions entail for Delft?
The General Child Benefit Act (AKW) regulates child benefit in the Netherlands, including Delft. This benefit from Toeslagen.nl helps with upbringing costs. Conditions depend on place of residence, family and income. In Delft, district of the The Hague District Court, the same national rules apply.
Children in the Netherlands are entitled to support, also in Delft. Specific requirements: your principal residence in the Netherlands and family situation.
Legal basis and relevant articles
The AKW falls under the Civil Code and Social Insurance Legislation. Important articles:
- Article 1 AKW: Who is entitled to child benefit in the Delft region.
- Article 2 AKW: Requirements such as child's age and place of residence in the Netherlands.
- Article 3 AKW: Amounts per child and quarter.
- Article 4 AKW: Exceptions in case of divorce or death, relevant for Delft families.
- Article 5 AKW: Duty to report changes; consult Juridisch Loket Delft in case of problems.
Conditions for child benefit in Delft
Three categories: personal, family and income-related. Meet these for the benefit.
1. Personal conditions
Personal requirements:
- Place of residence: Principal residence in the Netherlands, thus Delft. Children abroad possible if you are the carer.
- Child's age: Up to 18 years; in case of disability up to 21 years.
- Nationality: No requirement; also for expats in Delft.
2. Family-related conditions
Family aspects:
- Carer: You bear legal responsibility (parents, adoption, stepparents, post-divorce).
- Family income: Does not affect the amount upon granting, unless exception.
- Childcare: No impact on AKW; but on allowance. Delft childcare often complies.
3. Income-related conditions
Child benefit is income-independent, but exceptions if no maintenance obligation. In disputes: The Hague District Court or Juridisch Loket Delft (address: [fill in], tel: [fill in]).
What if your situation changes in Delft?
Report changes immediately to Toeslagen.nl: moving, birth, divorce. In case of dispute: help via Juridisch Loket Delft. For child benefit calculation use the tool on Toeslagen.nl.