Income Limit at Assistance Level in Amsterdam: What May You Earn?
The income limit at assistance level in Amsterdam determines whether you are entitled to social assistance benefits. In 2024, your income as a single person may not exceed €1,140.71 gross per month. Do you exceed this limit? Then the municipality of Amsterdam will adjust or terminate your benefit. Discover how it works in the capital.
What is the Income Limit at Assistance Level in Amsterdam?
The income limit at assistance level is the maximum income to qualify for social assistance benefits through the municipality of Amsterdam. This limit is adjusted annually based on inflation and the economy. It concerns your gross income, such as salary, profit from self-employment, benefits and other sources.
Social assistance helps if you cannot generate a reasonable income yourself. Above the limit, the WMO counter Amsterdam reduces or terminates your benefit according to the income scheme.
The limit varies based on:
- Household composition (single, partner, children).
- Receipt of rent allowance or healthcare allowance.
- Specific costs, such as for disabilities or special circumstances in Amsterdam.
The Social Support Act (WMO) also applies in Amsterdam. Article 17 states that income may not exceed the assistance level, as established by the central government.
Legal Basis in Amsterdam: Relevant Laws and Authorities
Main rules for the income limit for social assistance in Amsterdam:
- Work and Assistance Act (WWB) – Article 17: income conditions.
- Article 17, paragraph 1: "The municipality of Amsterdam provides assistance if income and assets are insufficient for subsistence."
- Article 17, paragraph 2: Account taken of income and assets of you and your partner.
- General Social Assistance Regulations (ABR) – Contains the assistance norm and income limit.
- Decree on Income Norms for Assistance 2024 – Annual publication with exact amounts for Amsterdam.
The municipality of Amsterdam assesses your income. In case of disagreement, you can object to the municipality or appeal to the District Court Amsterdam, Parnassusweg 220. Free advice via Legal Aid Office Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 77.
Practical Examples of Income Limit Amsterdam 2024
Overview of gross income limit per month in Amsterdam (source: central government and municipality of Amsterdam):
| Situation | Income Limit (gross p/m) | Reduction from |
|---|---|---|
| Single without children | €1,140.71 | €1,140.72 |
| Single with 1 child | €1,704.47 | €1,704.48 |
| Partner without children | €1,140.71 | €1,140.72 |
| Partner with 1 child | €1,704.47 | €1,704.48 |
| Single with 2 children | €2,268.23 | €2,268.24 |
Note: Gross amounts before taxes. For self-employed in Amsterdam, often the profit from business applies. Check with the municipality of Amsterdam whether allowances have an effect.
Example: As a single person in Amsterdam, you earn €1,200 gross. The benefit decreases by €59.29. Contact the Amsterdam work square for a personal calculation.