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A '''WBS''' (short for ''Wohnberechtigungsschein'') is a certificate that gives you access to social housing in Germany. You can get it if you have a low income. Some apartments are reserved only for people with a WBS. | A '''WBS''' (short for ''Wohnberechtigungsschein'') is a certificate that gives you access to social housing in Germany. You can get it if you have a low income. Some apartments are reserved only for people with a WBS. | ||
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* a legal residence permit for Germany for at least 1 year | * a legal residence permit for Germany for at least 1 year | ||
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* A family with 1 child in Stuttgart must not earn more than 25.200€ + 700€ = 25.900€ per year. | * A family with 1 child in Stuttgart must not earn more than 25.200€ + 700€ = 25.900€ per year. | ||
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A WBS is only valid in the state (''Bundesland'') it was issued. So a WBS from Berlin cannot be used in Potsdam, only in Berlin. | A WBS is only valid in the state (''Bundesland'') it was issued. So a WBS from Berlin cannot be used in Potsdam, only in Berlin. | ||
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A WBS is '''valid for one year'''. You usually only need it for moving in. If your income increases later, this should not be a problem. | A WBS is '''valid for one year'''. You usually only need it for moving in. If your income increases later, this should not be a problem. | ||
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You can get a WBS at your ''Wohnungsamt'' (housing department) of your city. For instance, if you live in Berlin, google [https://www.google.de/search?hl=de&q=Wohnungsamt%20WBS%20Berlin&ie=utf-8 Wohnungsamt WBS Berlin] | You can get a WBS at your ''Wohnungsamt'' (housing department) of your city. For instance, if you live in Berlin, google [https://www.google.de/search?hl=de&q=Wohnungsamt%20WBS%20Berlin&ie=utf-8 Wohnungsamt WBS Berlin] | ||
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* Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt. | * Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt. | ||
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== More guides == | == More guides == | ||
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Latest revision as of 16:02, 12 August 2024
A WBS (short for Wohnberechtigungsschein) is a certificate that gives you access to social housing in Germany. You can get it if you have a low income. Some apartments are reserved only for people with a WBS.
Questions & Answers[edit]
Who can get a WBS? [edit]
You must have
- a legal residence permit for Germany for at least 1 year
- or EU citizenship
Also your income must not be too high. Check this table at Wikipedia for details.
Examples from the table:
- A single person in Berlin must not earn more than 16.800€ per year.
- A family with 1 child in Stuttgart must not earn more than 25.200€ + 700€ = 25.900€ per year.
Where is a WBS valid? [edit]
A WBS is only valid in the state (Bundesland) it was issued. So a WBS from Berlin cannot be used in Potsdam, only in Berlin.
How long is a WBS valid? [edit]
A WBS is valid for one year. You usually only need it for moving in. If your income increases later, this should not be a problem.
Where can I get a WBS? [edit]
You can get a WBS at your Wohnungsamt (housing department) of your city. For instance, if you live in Berlin, google Wohnungsamt WBS Berlin
- Print and fill out the necessary forms. Here's a translated version of the Berlin info page.
- Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt.