Quick Answer
- What it is:
- Child Benefit — a family procedure in Germany.
- Deadline:
- 180 days
- Steps:
- 4 steps
- Cost:
- Free
- Documents:
- 6 required
- Legal basis:
- EStG §62-78
Important Deadlines
Retroactive claims up to 6 months before application date
No strict deadline but apply promptly — benefits only paid retroactively for 6 months
Required Documents
- ✓Kindergeld application form (KG1)
- ✓KG1-Anlage Kind (per child)
- ✓Birth certificate of the child
- ✓Tax ID (Steueridentifikationsnummer) of applicant and child
- ✓Proof of residence in Germany (Meldebestätigung)
- ✓Residence permit (for non-EU citizens)
Step-by-Step Guide
Apply at the Familienkasse of the Bundesagentur für Arbeit (Federal Employment Agency).
Pro tip: You can apply online at www.arbeitsagentur.de or by mail.
Fill out form KG1 (main application). For each child, also complete form KG1-Anlage Kind.
Submit birth certificate(s), tax IDs of parent and child, and proof of residence.
Wait for processing (typically 4-6 weeks). Payment is retroactive from the month of birth/arrival.
Fees
Legal Basis
Also Known As
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