Alimony Germany, how does it work?

Questioner

My friend has a child in Germany for whom he has to pay child support. What is the child support in Germany for 1 child? Is the income of his mother also taken into account for the calculation, I also read that if the child receives child benefit that this can be deducted from the child support. Is this correct?

Lawyer

It is important to remember that I am basing my opinion on Dutch law, and that the rules regarding maintenance may differ in Germany. That said, in most countries the amount of child maintenance depends on various factors, such as the need of the child, the financial capacity of both parents, and so on. Any child-specific benefits such as child benefit may indeed play a role in the calculation of the maintenance obligation in some countries. In some situations, international rules and treaties may apply that may affect the maintenance arrangement. For specific information on how maintenance is calculated in Germany, and how these benefits and income are taken into account, I advise you to consult a legal expert who specializes in German family law. It is also possible to inquire with the local authorities in Germany about how this process is carried out there. In this case, I think it is highly advisable to seek the help of a legal professional to guide you through this complex matter. ---------------- Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. The above advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer I would like to invite you to rate the above answer so that we can learn from your response.