Housing Cost Supplement

Housing cost allowance is a contribution to housing costs. You can receive temporary housing allowance if your income has dropped suddenly and through no fault of your own. As a result, your housing costs have become too high in relation to your income. 

How does it work?

You may be entitled to housing allowance in the following situations:

  • You live in a rented house. You do not receive (full) rent allowance.
  • You cannot pay your housing costs.
  • Your income is less than 100% of the welfare standard applicable to your situation. For the correct amounts, please visit the website of the Rijksoverheid. 
  • You use the amicable or WSNP route as part of debt relief*. 
  • You get housing allowance for a rental property until you get (sufficient) housing allowance. 

* Are you using the amicable route in debt assistance or have you been admitted to the WSNP and have an income of more than 100% of the social assistance standard? If so, you may still be eligible for housing benefit.

Power

Whether you are entitled to housing allowance also depends on your assets. The asset limit(as of Jan. 1, 2025) is:

  • €7,770 for those without a partner.
  • €15,540 for single parents.
  • €15,540 for people who are married or living together.
  • If you own your own home, there is an additional release of €65,500.

Make an appointment

Check if you can apply for housing allowance and arrange it immediately