Kindergeld (German Child Benefit)
Definition
A monthly child benefit payment in Germany of €250 per child, regardless of income. It's paid from birth until the child turns 18 (or 25 if in education/training). Kindergeld is typically paid to one parent and is technically an advance on the child tax allowance (Kinderfreibetrag). The tax office automatically checks whether the allowance or Kindergeld is more beneficial during your annual tax assessment.
Example
A German family with three children receives €750 per month (3 × €250) in Kindergeld, totaling €9,000 per year tax-free.
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