Export child benefit in Rijswijk: rules and conditions
Export child benefit for residents of Rijswijk means that as a Dutch citizen you can continue to receive child benefit for your children, even if you live abroad. This scheme applies under strict conditions of the Dutch government and international treaties. It is intended for parents from Rijswijk who, for example, are expats, work abroad or live there, while their children remain in the Netherlands or the foreign child benefit is lower.
What does export child benefit entail for Rijswijk?
Export child benefit enables parents from Rijswijk to receive Dutch child benefit, even when residing abroad. This applies to:
- Parents from Rijswijk who live abroad and leave their children in the Netherlands (e.g. with family or ex-partner).
- Rijswijk expats with work abroad, but children with residence in the Netherlands.
- Cases where the child benefit in the country of residence is lower than the Dutch standard.
Legal basis
The rules are set out in:
- Child Benefit Act (WK) for general child benefit provisions.
- Child Benefit Export Regulation for export-specific requirements.
- EU coordination regulation on social security for EU countries, to prevent double payments.
Conditions for exporting child benefit from Rijswijk
To export child benefit, you must meet:
1. Nationality and residence
- Be a Dutch national.
- Have your centre of interests (work, family, home) abroad – not in Rijswijk or the Netherlands.
2. Children's situation
Children must:
- Have their usual residence in the Netherlands (e.g. Rijswijk), proven via BSN and address registration.
- Not claim or claim lower child benefit in your country of residence.
3. Preventing double claim
No benefit for the same child elsewhere. SVB checks via EU/EEA agreements. In case of doubt: contact Juridisch Loket Rijswijk for free advice.
Amount of export child benefit 2024
The amount follows the Dutch standard, adjusted for age and special situations (disability, chronic illness):
| Age of child | Monthly amount |
|---|---|
| 0–5 years | €163.80 |
| 6–11 years | €202.00 |
| 12–17 years | €236.80 |
| 18–20 years (education) | €236.80 |