Federal-state overview

FamilienleistungenBerlin 2026.

All federal and state family benefits in Berlin — with amounts, legal bases, application info and calculator links. Last reviewed: 2026-01-15.

— Federal benefits (all states)

These benefits apply nationwide and can be applied for in any German federal state. Click the respective calculator for the current amount.

Kindergeld (259 €/month)

§ 66 EStG →

Elterngeld (300–1,800 €/month)

BEEG §§ 1–4 →

Kinderzuschlag (up to 297 €/child/month)

§ 6a BKGG →

Mutterschaftsgeld

§ 24i SGB V →

Unterhaltsvorschuss (up to 394 €/month)

UhVorschG →

— State benefits Berlin

Berlin state parenting allowance

— not available

Berlin does not pay a separate state parenting allowance.

Daycare fees

Free daycare (all years)

Since August 2018, all daycare places in Berlin are free (up to school entry, 7 hours daily).

Family pass / card

Berlin family pass

Discounts at museums, theatres, pools for families with children under 18

More info →

Further state benefits

Maintenance advance (Berlin Jugendamt)

Federal benefit, apply at district youth office

More info →

— Responsible offices

Elterngeldstelle

District youth offices (12 districts)

More info →

FAQ — 01

FAQ: Family benefits in Berlin

Q.01Are childcare centres free in Berlin?

Yes, since August 2018 all daycare places in Berlin are free for 7 hours daily. Parents only pay optionally for additional hours or special programmes.

— Calculators & guides

Family Check (all benefits) →All family benefits 2026 →Kindergeld Calculator 2026 →Elterngeld Calculator 2026 →Kinderzuschlag Calculator 2026 →All federal states

— Editorial

Elena Maurer

Editor-in-Chief

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Last reviewed:15 January 2026

Researched and editorially reviewed. Not legal advice within the meaning of § 2 RDG.

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