Difference between revisions of "Germany/Housing/WBS"

From Expat Wiki
Jump to navigation Jump to search
(Add FAQ section.)
Line 10: Line 10:
 
* or EU citizenship
 
* or EU citizenship
  
Also your income must not be too high. Check [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wohnberechtigungsschein#Berechtigte_Personen this table ar Wikipedia] for details.
+
Also your income must not be too high. Check [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wohnberechtigungsschein#Berechtigte_Personen this table at Wikipedia] for details.
  
 
Examples from [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wohnberechtigungsschein#Berechtigte_Personen the table]:
 
Examples from [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wohnberechtigungsschein#Berechtigte_Personen the table]:
Line 29: Line 29:
 
* Print and fill out the necessary forms. [https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=de&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fservice.berlin.de%2Fdienstleistung%2F120671%2F Here's a translated version of the Berlin info page].
 
* Print and fill out the necessary forms. [https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=de&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fservice.berlin.de%2Fdienstleistung%2F120671%2F Here's a translated version of the Berlin info page].
  
* Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt.  
+
* Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt.
  
 
== More guides ==
 
== More guides ==

Revision as of 15:37, 19 February 2022

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who can get a WBS?

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?

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.

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 Wohnungsamt WBS Berlin

  • Send the application by mail to your Wohnungsamt.

More guides