Rent Allowance in Combination with WWS Scheme in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, rent allowance supplements the WWS maximum rent for low incomes, as regulated in the Rent Allowance Act. The city struggles with high rents, especially in neighbourhoods such as the Jordaan, Oost and Nieuw-West, where WWS limits are crucial for affordability. Conditions: rent under €879.66, income up to €30,000 (single person) and assets under €37,395. Amsterdam tenants with a registered WWS dwelling often qualify automatically. Apply via Mijn toeslagen on toeslagen.nl with DigiD; local advice is available from Woonbedrijf Amsterdam or neighbourhood teams. Amount depends on rent, income and household composition; on average €250/month, but higher in Amsterdam due to the more expensive market – up to €400 for families. Report changes such as job change or moving to a housing association dwelling in Bijlmer or West to prevent recovery. If rent is reduced following WWS review via the Rent Tribunal, the allowance adjusts accordingly. Specifically for Amsterdam students: rooms up to €477 eligible, ideal for UvA or HvA students in student housing. Landlords consult the house number register and the Amsterdam Housing Associations. In 2024, the allowance increases by 6.9% due to inflation adjustment, a welcome boost against rising Amsterdam housing costs. This safety net reduces pressure on starters and stimulates social mobility in the city. Combine with local schemes such as the Amsterdam rent freeze or income-dependent subsidies for optimal benefit. (248 words)