Child budget calculator 2026
The child budget (kindgebonden budget) is a contribution towards the cost of children under 18. You get it on top of child benefit. Work out how much you get.
- Free
- Anonymous, no DigiD needed
- Your data stays on your phone
- Based on the official 2026 rules
Child budget amounts 2026
| Situation | Maximum per year |
|---|---|
| Per child under 12 | €2,580 |
| Per child aged 12 to 15 | €3,283 |
| Per child aged 16 or 17 | €3,516 |
| Extra for single parents | €3,320 |
You get the maximum amount up to an income of €29,736 (single parent) or €39,141 (with an allowance partner). Above that, 7.6% of the extra income is deducted.
Child budget per month at your income
Amounts per month for children under 12.
| Income per year | 1 child (couple) | 2 children (couple) | 1 child (single parent) | 2 children (single parent) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| €20,000 | €215 | €430 | €491 | €706 |
| €30,000 | €215 | €430 | €489 | €704 |
| €40,000 | €209 | €424 | €426 | €641 |
| €50,000 | €146 | €361 | €363 | €578 |
| €60,000 | €82 | €297 | €299 | €514 |
| €70,000 | €19 | €234 | €236 | €451 |
| €80,000 | €0 | €171 | €173 | €388 |
| €90,000 | €0 | €107 | €109 | €324 |
Up to which income do you get child budget?
| Number of children | With allowance partner | Single parent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 child (under 12) | €72,772 | €107,051 |
| 2 children (under 12) | €106,719 | €140,999 |
| 3 children (under 12) | €140,667 | €174,946 |
| 4 children (under 12) | €174,614 | €208,893 |
Who can get child budget?
- You receive Dutch child benefit (kinderbijslag) for your child, or your child is 16 or 17 and lives with you.
- Your income and assets are not too high. In 2026 your assets may not be above €146,011 (single) or €184,633 (together).
- You are Dutch, an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen, or you have a valid residence permit.
Do you already get child benefit and healthcare allowance? Then you usually get the child budget automatically. Otherwise you apply in Mijn toeslagen. Does your child live outside the Netherlands? Then different amounts may apply; check toeslagen.nl.
Tip: the complete check calculates all allowances in one go, and also shows schemes from your municipality.
Frequently asked questions
How much child budget do I get per child in 2026?
Up to €2,580 per year for a child under 12, up to €3,283 for children aged 12 to 15, and €3,516 for children aged 16 and 17.
What is the single-parent supplement?
Single parents get up to €3,320 a year extra on top of the regular child budget (alleenstaande-ouderkop).
Does child maintenance count as income?
No, child maintenance you receive does not count. Partner maintenance does.
Do I have to apply for child budget?
Often not: if you receive child benefit and healthcare allowance, you usually get it automatically. If you do not receive healthcare allowance, apply yourself in Mijn toeslagen.