Rental allowance

What is rent subsidy?

  • Rent supplement is a benefit granted by the Dutch government to make rental accommodations affordable for all strata of society.
  • Your eligibility for rent subsidy depends on the amount of your rent, income and capital, which cannot all be too high.
  • The expected amount of rent allowance can be calculated here and depends on rent, income and capital.

How do I get my rent allowance?

Supplies:

  • You are 18 years of age or older.
  • You, your potential benefit partner and co-residents are registered at your home address in the Netherlands.
  • Your rent, (combined) income and assets are not too high.
  • You are a national of an EU country, Liechtenstein, Norway, Iceland or Switzerland. Are you from another country? In that case, you will need a valid residence or work permit.
  • You must have a citizen service number (BSN). You will receive this when you register with the Municipality of Flushing.
  • You will need a DigiD account to apply for the benefit.

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