One-time allowances according to SGB XII

  • Performance specification

    In principle, the need for necessary living expenses within the framework of social welfare (SGB XII) is covered by the standard rates or standard benefits. In addition, one-off benefits can only be considered in individual cases for

    1. the initial furnishing of the flat (including household appliances)
    2. initial equipment for pregnancy and birth (including clothing) and
    3. school trips lasting several days within the framework of school regulations.

    These one-off benefits can also be paid to people who are not in need of assistance on an ongoing basis, but who cannot meet the necessary need for one-off benefits from their own resources. This is usually the case if the qualifying income only slightly exceeds the ongoing need.
    Please make an appointment in advance by telephone for a personal consultation or to submit an application.


    General legal basis
    Section 31 of the Twelfth Book of the German Social Code (SGB XII)

  • Required documents

    If you are already receiving ongoing benefits, you do not need any further documents.

    Otherwise you will need proof of income and other documents such as

    • Pension certificate
    • Wage statement
    • Notice of unemployment benefit
    • Sickness benefit certificate
    • Notice of housing benefit
    • Child benefit notice
    • Identity card
    • Income tax assessment notice
    • Rental agreement
    • Electricity/gas billing (EVB)
    • Bank statements for the last three months
    • Savings accounts Insurance premiums
    • Proof of car ownership (proof of insurance/tax assessment)

    In the event of separation/divorce

    • Correspondence in the separation/maintenance matter
    • Divorce decree
    • Maintenance judgement/settlement, proof of maintenance payments
    • Decision on the granting of advance maintenance payments

  • Costs

    none


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