Wohngeld Requirements in Dortmund
Who receives Wohngeld in Dortmund? Here you will find all requirements at a glance – from the income limit and special cases to the benefits that exclude Wohngeld.
The basic requirements at a glance
- You live in Dortmund as a tenant and pay rent for your home.
- Your household income is not sufficient to cover the rent.
- You do not receive benefits that exclude Wohngeld (e.g. Bürgergeld or basic income support).
- You submit the application to the Wohngeldstelle of the City of Dortmund.
The requirements in detail
Special rules apply depending on your situation – choose yours:
Income limits
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Learn moreWohngeld for pensioners
Learn moreStudents & trainees
Learn moreWohngeld for families
Learn moreWohngeld for foreign nationals
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum income for Wohngeld?
There is no fixed minimum income. Wohngeld is paid to households whose income does not cover the rent – provided they do not receive benefits that exclude Wohngeld.
Can working people receive Wohngeld?
Yes. Many Wohngeld households earn income from work. What matters is the ratio of income, rent and household size.
More about the requirements
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