Pflegegeld (foster care allowance) application

Overview

Use this once your family is approved as foster carers. Foster care allowance (Pflegegeld) is paid monthly; the amount depends on the state and the child's needs.

Timing to be aware of

When triggered

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

What you'll need

• Approval letter from Jugendamt
• foster child's documents

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• How do I apply for Kindergeld and who is eligible?
• How much parental allowance will I get and how is it calculated?
• How do I sponsor a relative's visa to visit me in Germany?

Related events

• Geburtsurkunde (birth certificate) registration
  Critical
  When triggered
• Kindergeld application
  Critical
  When triggered
• Elterngeld application
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Elternzeit notification to employer
  Critical
  Deadline applies
• Mutterschaftsgeld application
  High
  Deadline applies