Orphan's Pension for Children in Tilburg

Orphan's Pension for Children in Tilburg

In Tilburg, children whose parent has passed away can rely on orphan's pension, a social security benefit such as AOW, Anw, or employer pension. This support continues until they reach adulthood or achieve financial independence. This article for Tilburg residents explains what orphan’s pension for children entails, the eligibility criteria, and the application process, including tips from local services like the Juridisch Loket Tilburg.

What is orphan's pension?

Orphan’s pension for children provides a monthly allowance following the loss of a parent to offset income loss and ensure stability for families in Tilburg. The types are:

• AOW orphan's pension: For children of AOW beneficiaries.
• Anw orphan's pension: Under the General Survivors Act for children of insured parents.
• Company pension: Additional benefits through the employer's pension scheme in the region.

The benefit often starts automatically or upon application and typically ends at age 18, but may be extended for studies in Tilburg, such as at Tilburg University.

Legal frameworks

The foundation for orphan’s pension for children lies in:

• AOW: Articles 29-33 on parental AOW entitlements, particularly relevant for pre-1950 cases.
• Anw: Chapter 4 (articles 24-30), essential for Tilburg children born after 1950.
• Pensions Act: Article 72 et seq. for mandatory orphan's pensions from funds.
• Collective labor agreements and arrangements: Often more generous provisions for workers in Brabant.

SVB handles AOW benefits, UWV manages Anw, and pension funds administer company pensions. For issues in Tilburg, start with the Juridisch Loket Tilburg for guidance.

Eligibility requirements

Children in Tilburg qualify if:

1. The parent passed away holding AOW or Anw entitlements.
2. The child is under 18 (or under 20 for full-time study).
3. Residing in the Netherlands or an EU treaty country, such as Tilburg.
4. No excess personal income (Anw threshold).

AOW versus Anw

Amounts and duration

For 2024: approximately € 243 gross per month per child from AOW/Anw, with caps for multiple children. Duration in Tilburg:

• Under 18: Standard.
• 18-20: For full-time study without employment.
• After 20: Ends, except in cases of disability.

Company pensions can reach 40-70% of the parent's pension.

Tilburg examples

Example 1: A Tilburg father (55) passes away; his children (16, 14) from the Het Zand neighborhood receive Anw (€243 each) plus €300 company pension. Family nets €1,086/month.

Example 2: Mother with AOW from Tilburg passes away; 17-year-old child receives benefits until 18, extending to 20 for local HBO studies.

Example 3: Orphan in Tilburg: double orphan's pension, no surviving partner's benefit.

Rights and obligations

Rights:

• Notification letter after death report.
• Retroactive to date of death.
• Objection within 6 weeks; appeal to District Court Zeeland-West-Brabant (Breda location).

Obligations:

• Report changes (address via Municipality of Tilburg, studies/income).
• Repay any overpayments.
• Provide certificates (birth, death).

Frequently asked questions

Tips for Tilburg residents

Maximize orphan’s pension for children:

• Report immediately: SVB (0900-0920)/UWV; also notify Municipality of Tilburg of death.
• Pension check: mijnpensioenoverzicht.nl.
• Combine benefits: Layer AOW/Anw with company pension.
• Local advice: Juridisch Loket Tilburg for free assistance with applications/objections.