Healthcare Allowance and Linkage with Rental Allowance Limits in Amsterdam
In Amsterdam, the income limits for healthcare allowance overlap with those of rental allowance, crucial for tenants in the expensive housing market. Discover how Amsterdammers maximize both allowances.
Common Rules for Amsterdam Tenants
In the capital, where average rental prices exceed €1,800 per month (2024, CBS), healthcare allowance is essential. The phase-out threshold is €39,000 (2024, singles), lower for partners. Like rental allowance, the allowance decreases upon exceedance. Both fall under the WICR, with joint income calculation via box 1 and notional return.
Advantage for Amsterdammers: One change notification on toeslagen.nl updates both allowances. Maximize up to €131 per month healthcare allowance alongside rental allowance, ideal for starters in neighborhoods like De Pijp or Noord.
Legal Basis
Healthcare Allowance Act (article 4) and Healthcare Allowance Decree, nationally applicable also in Amsterdam. Local Tax Office Amsterdam assists with rental allowance checks via Woonspace.
Applying and Amsterdam Tips
Apply simultaneously via toeslagen.nl or Mijn toeslagen app. Combine with child-related budget and check Amsterdam rental teams for rent price ceilings. At cooperatives like Ymere, rental allowance counts towards affordable housing.