Export child benefit Leiden: rules and conditions

Export child benefit in Leiden: rules and conditions

Export child benefit means that as a resident of Leiden or Dutch citizen, you can receive child benefit for your children, even if you reside abroad. This scheme applies under strict conditions from the Dutch government and EU agreements. Useful for Leiden residents who work abroad but leave their children in the Netherlands, or where foreign child benefit is lower.

What does export child benefit entail for Leiden?

This export scheme allows child benefit to be paid from the Netherlands, even when residing abroad. Relevant for:

• Leiden residents with Dutch roots who live abroad but leave their children in the Netherlands (e.g., Leiden).
• Parents from the Leiden region who work internationally, with children with ex-partner in the Netherlands.
• Those in a country with lower child benefits.

Legal basis

Laid down in:

• Child Benefit Act (WK): basic rules.
• Child Benefit Export Regulation: export-specific.
• EU Coordination Regulation on Social Security: which country pays.

Conditions for export child benefit

Essential requirements:

1. Nationality and place of residence

• Dutch citizen.
• Centre of interest abroad (work, family there).

2. Child in the Netherlands

Children must:

• Reside in NL, usual residence (e.g., registered in Leiden via BSN).
• Not claim or claim lower benefit abroad.

3. Unique benefit

No double claims; EU rules and NL controls prevent overlap. Questions? Go to Juridisch Loket Leiden, Stationsweg 46.

Amount of export child benefit

Equal to NL standard, depending on:

• Age.
• Disability or extras.