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Childcare Allowance • Up to 96% coverage
Kinderopvangtoeslag
Government contribution towards childcare costs. Covers up to 96% of costs for working parents.
Monthly paymentsWorking parents2024 rates
Who Can Apply
- Parents who both work, study, or follow integration course
- Dutch, EU/EEA citizens, or holders of valid residence permit
- Using registered childcare (kinderopvang/gastouder)
- Income below threshold (varies by household)
Requirements
- 1Valid BSN for parent(s) and child
- 2Both parents must work or study
- 3Child under 12 years old
- 4Registered childcare provider
How to Apply
1
Find registered childcare
Choose kinderopvang or gastouder in LRK register
2
Get your DigiD
Create DigiD account at digid.nl
3
Apply online
Submit at toeslagen.nl with childcare contract
4
Receive payments
Monthly payments directly to you
Documents Needed
DigiD credentials
BSN of parent(s) and child
Childcare contract
Income proof
Bank account
Pro Tips
- 💡Apply within 3 months to get retroactive payments
- 💡Both parents must be working or studying to qualify
- 💡Informal babysitters don't count - must be registered
- 💡Update hours immediately if childcare usage changes
Benefit Amounts
Maximum hourly rate (daycare)
€9.65/hour
Maximum hourly rate (BSO)
€8.30/hour
Government covers up to
96% of costs
Processing: 4-8 weeks
Payment: Monthly
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