EU Coordination Rules for Child Benefit for Residents of Delft: Your Rights When Moving Within the EU
Do you live in Delft and are you considering moving within the EU? The **EU coordination rules for child benefit** (also known as Regulation 883/2004) determine which country is responsible for your child benefit. These rules prevent double payments and ensure smooth payment. At the Juridisch Loket Delft, you can get free advice about your situation.
These coordination rules apply to the entire EU, plus Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland. They are also relevant even if you live in Delft but work in another EU country. The District Court of The Hague (district) handles disputes about this.
Legal Basis: Regulation 883/2004
The core of EU social security coordination lies in Regulation (EC) No 883/2004. Key points:
- Which country pays child benefit (art. 67).
- Application procedures for cross-border workers from Delft.
- Rights during temporary stay abroad.
Practical implementation via Regulation (EC) No 987/2009, including forms such as E121 for child benefit or A1 for posting. Contact the Juridisch Loket Delft for help with applications.
When Do the Rules Apply to Residents of Delft?
Specifically for residents of Delft:
- You move from Delft to another EU country, child remains in the Netherlands: The Netherlands often continues to pay.
- Child moves from Delft: Country of the child takes over, unless strong Dutch ties.
- Work in another EU country from Delft: Country of employment may be responsible.
- Temporary abroad (study/work): Delft/Netherlands continues to pay if child is in NL.
Priority: Country of residence of the child (art. 67). If school in Delft or place of residence Delft, the Netherlands retains priority.
Who Pays Your Child Benefit from Delft?
Overview for Delft situations:
| Situation from Delft | Responsible Country | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| You move out of Delft, child remains in NL | Netherlands | NL responsible as long as child lives/attends school in NL, even after your departure. |
| You in Delft, child to another EU country | Country of child | Child's country has priority, unless you work in Delft and have strong ties. |
| Resident in Delft, work in another EU country | Netherlands (often) | NL if child is in Delft/NL; check via A1 form. |
| Temporary abroad from Delft | Netherlands | Valid up to 3+ months; seek help from Juridisch Loket Delft. |
How Do You Apply for Child Benefit from Delft?
Submit application to SVB or UWV. For EU matters: SED forms or E-forms. In case of problems: Juridisch Loket Delft (free for low incomes) or District Court of The Hague. Prove residence in Delft with BRP extract.
Tip for Residents of Delft: Report change of address to the municipality of Delft and check child benefit immediately. In case of disputes: objection to SVB, then District Court of The Hague.
Contact Points in Delft
- Juridisch Loket Delft: Free advice on child benefit/EU rules.
- District Court of The Hague: For proceedings (district South Holland).
- SVB Child Benefit: 0800-0543.