How much is Kindergeld, and do Blue Card holders get it?

€259 a month per child in 2026, with no income ceiling, paid until 18 (or 25 while the child is in education). You apply at the Familienkasse after the child's birth or arrival; back-pay is limited to 6 months, so do it early. Blue Card, Skilled Worker, Family Reunion and settlement permit holders who are employed or self-employed qualify from day one. Students on a study permit and Opportunity Card holders still job-seeking do not. Elterngeld, Elternzeit and Kita costs by state: /guides/parenting-benefits If your situation is different, reply below with the details and I will try to help, or someone who has been through it will.