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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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| − | + | == Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) == | |
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You must have | You must have | ||
* 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. | ||
| − | + | === Where is a WBS valid? === | |
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. | ||
| − | + | === How long is a WBS valid? === | |
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. | ||
| − | + | === Where can I get a WBS? === | |
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 == | ||
* [https://berlincheap.com/cheap-flat-wbs/ Get a cheap flat with a WBS] by ''BerlinCheap.com'' – detailed guide on how to obtain a WBS | * [https://berlincheap.com/cheap-flat-wbs/ Get a cheap flat with a WBS] by ''BerlinCheap.com'' – detailed guide on how to obtain a WBS | ||