The term " child entitled to child benefit" is one of the key concepts in family benefit regulations.

A child entitled to child benefit is a child granted the right to a family benefit. Key factors are, for example, age, possible disablement, and the person opening the right on the basis of his labour.

A child is entitled to (increased ) child benefits:

• until 18 years: unconditionally
• until 21 years: handicapped child
• until 25 years : a child that 
• • is receiving a formal education
  • is tied to an learning contract
  • is preparing a graduating thesis at completion of higher studies
  • is in an apprenticeship programme for public office
  • is registered as a job seeker
  • is receiving a type of education for which study points are awarded in the bachelor-master system

What children are eligible
Student (+ 18) and professional activity