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Marriage and family
Marriage and familyEditorially reviewed 02/09/2026
Applying for child allowance
Check the income threshold, prepare household details and apply for child allowance to HZMO.
Usual time
Depends on completeness of details and evidence
Responsible institution
HZMO
How would you like to apply?
Documents and steps differ depending on how you apply.
HZMO, post office or pension information centre
You can submit the application to HZMO or free of charge at a post office.
e-Application through e-Citizens
The electronic application is available through HZMO e-services.
Required documents
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HZMO, post office or pension information centre
e-Application through e-Citizens
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Steps
HZMO, post office or pension information centre
- 1
Check the current income threshold
For 2026, the threshold is EUR 618.02 per household member per month, but check the amount for the application year.
- 2
Identify household members
State every member accurately because income is calculated per household member.
- 3
Collect details and required evidence
Pay particular attention to income and family benefits from other countries.
- 4
Submit the application to HZMO
Submit the completed application and attachments to an HZMO regional office, post office or pension information centre.
- 5
Renew the application in time for the new year
Existing recipients submit a new application within HZMO’s annual deadline to continue receiving the allowance without interruption.
e-Application through e-Citizens
- 1
Check the current income threshold
For 2026, the threshold is EUR 618.02 per household member per month, but check the amount for the application year.
- 2
Identify household members
State every member accurately because income is calculated per household member.
- 3
Collect details and required evidence
Pay particular attention to income and family benefits from other countries.
- 4
Send the e-Application through e-Citizens
In HZMO’s e-service, complete the application, check household details and electronically attach evidence the system does not retrieve.
- 5
Renew the application in time for the new year
Existing recipients submit a new application within HZMO’s annual deadline to continue receiving the allowance without interruption.
Prices and deadlines
| Procedure | Price | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
Submitting the application The application is submitted to HZMO and at post offices free of charge. | €0.00 | Depends on completeness of details and evidence |
Important notes
- The income threshold and allowance amounts are time-sensitive and must be checked for the application year.
- To continue payments, existing recipients must submit a new application within the deadline HZMO publishes each year.
- Employment, pension or family benefits from another country must be stated in the application.
Common mistakes
- Omitting a household member or income included in the threshold calculation.
- Using the threshold from the previous year.
- Assuming an existing entitlement renews automatically without an annual application.
- Not declaring family benefits or work in another country.
Institutions
Official sources
Information was editorially reviewed on 02/09/2026. Before applying, check the latest information on official websites.
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