Parental Allowance Calculator
Calculate the amount of your parental allowance. Basic parental allowance, ElterngeldPlus and partnership bonus for 2026.
Parental allowance per month
1.625,00 €
Basic Parental Allowance
Benefit duration
12 months
+ 2 Partner months
Replacement rate
65,0 %
Total parental allowance (12 months)
19.500,00 €
Incl. partner months (14 months)
22.750,00 €
Note: This calculation is for guidance only. Actual parental allowance may differ due to tax allowances, income-related expenses, and other factors. As of: 2026.
Note: These calculations are for informational purposes only and do not replace professional tax or financial advice. All information without guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much parental allowance will I receive?
Basic parental allowance (Basiselterngeld) is 65-67% of your previous net income, between 300 and 1,800 euros per month. ElterngeldPlus halves the amount but doubles the duration.
How long can I receive parental allowance?
Basic parental allowance is available for 12 months per parent, plus 2 partner months (total 14 months). ElterngeldPlus extends this to up to 24 months. Parents can split the months flexibly.
What is the Parental Allowance Calculator?
The parental allowance calculator computes your parental allowance under the BEEG. It distinguishes basic parental allowance, ElterngeldPlus and the partnership bonus.
How does the Parental Allowance Calculator work?
Enter your net income before the birth. Basic parental allowance is 65% of net income (min. 300, max. 1,800 euros). ElterngeldPlus: max. half, but for twice the period. For part-time work the income difference is used.
Key Data and Facts
Basic parental allowance: 65-100% of net, 300-1,800 euros, up to 14 months. ElterngeldPlus: max. 50% of basic amount, up to 28 months. Income limit from Apr 2026: 175,000 euros (couples).
Step-by-Step Guide
How to calculate Ihr parental benefit (Elterngeld) step by step: 1. Bemessungszeitraum bestimmen: Die 12 Monate vor der Geburt (bei Angestellten) bzw. das letzte abgeschlossene Kalenderjahr (bei Selbständigen). Mutterschutzmonate und Monate mit parental benefit (Elterngeld)-Bezug für ein aelteres Kind werden ausgeklammert. 2. Nettoeinkommen determine: Vom Bruttoeinkommen werden taxes (pauschal nach tax class (Steuerklasse)) und Sozialabgaben (ca. 21 %) abgezogen. Massgeblich ist die tax class (Steuerklasse) zum Zeitpunkt der Geburt -- ein rechtzeitiger Wechsel (z. B. in Klasse III) kann das parental benefit (Elterngeld) erhoehen. 3. Ersatzrate bestimmen: Bei Nettoeinkommen über 1.240 EUR: 65 %. Bei 1.000-1.240 EUR: 66-67 %. Unter 1.000 EUR: stufenweise Erhoehung bis 100 % bei sehr geringem income. 4. parental benefit (Elterngeld) calculate: Basiselterngeld = Nettoeinkommen x Ersatzrate. Mindestens 300 EUR, maximal 1.800 EUR. ElterngeldPlus = maximal die Haelfte des Basiselterngeldes, dafuer bis zu 28 Monate Bezug. 5. Bezugsdauer planen: 12 Monate Basiselterngeld + 2 Partnermonate = 14 Monate. Oder Kombination mit ElterngeldPlus und Partnerschaftsbonus (4 Monate bei 24-32 Std./week). Beispiel: Mutter, tax class (Steuerklasse) III, gross 3.500 EUR. net ca. 2.480 EUR. Basiselterngeld: 2.480 x 65 % = 1.612 EUR/month (14 Monate). ElterngeldPlus-Variante: 806 EUR/month (bis zu 28 Monate). Einkommensgrenze ab April 2026: 175.000 EUR taxable income (zu versteuerndes income) für Paare.
Calculation Example
Mutter, Stkl. III, gross 3.500 EUR, net ca. 2.480 EUR. Basiselterngeld: 2.480 x 65 % = 1.612 EUR/month für 14 Monate. ElterngeldPlus: 806 EUR/month für bis zu 28 Monate. total Basiselterngeld (14 Mon.): 22.568 EUR.
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