Prerequisites
- They are trainees or students.
- You are in a financial emergency situation that you cannot resolve yourself.
- They are not entitled to other, priority benefits, such as BAföG, vocational training assistance or training allowance, or the benefits are insufficient.
Depending on the specific circumstances of your case, further requirements may apply. The responsible authority will provide you with more detailed information upon request.
Documents required
- Identity card or valid passport with current registration certificate
- Proof of income (for example, pay slips, bank statements, benefit notices)
- Proof of your education or studies (for example, training contract, certificate of enrollment)
- Proof of existing assets (for example, bank statements, securities, building society contracts)
- Proof of your ongoing expenses (for example, bank statements, rental agreement, insurance documents)
- If applicable: Proof of previous benefit receipt (for example, approval notice, proof of benefits)
- If applicable: Residence permit
Depending on the circumstances of your case, further documents may be required. The responsible authority will inform you.
Please note
You must repay any loans received in the same amount.
Deadlines
There is no deadline. However, benefits will only be granted from the first day of the month in which you submitted the application.
Therefore, please note that you should submit your application as soon as possible when you become aware of your financial hardship or when it is looming, and not only afterwards.
