Allowance for Childcare
Daycare CenterThe cost for childcare is high. Luckily, the Dutch Government reimburses a substantial portion of the cost. The reimbursement is provided by the Dutch Tax Office in the form of a childcare allowance.
This allowance is available for every parent, irrespective of income and amount of hours worked. Foreign parents staying temporarily in the Netherlands and tax exempt residents, such as diplomats and employees of International Organization can also apply for the allowance. Read more »
Our Blue Daycare program is designed to help you finance you daycare center (nursery) costs by helping to secure your childcare allowance. Blue Daycare takes away all your administrative hassle. Read more »
Home-based Childcare
The Dutch government also has a program to reimburse costs for home-based childcare, both in-home and out-home childcare. This program, called Gastouderopvang in Dutch, although hugely popular, is being trimmed down by the Dutch government in 2010. Read more »
How much can I save?
The Dutch childcare allowance can be obtained through Blue Umbrella. Use our allowance calculator for your childcare situation and see your family's savings immediately!
Contact our English speaking staff today for more information about how we can assist you.
