Money

If you are in the Netherlands awaiting your asylum procedure, you are entitled to money from the government. This is called food money and living allowance. It is a kind of benefit or allowance you get from the government. Read here about how that works and other money matters.

Nov 21, 2023

Living allowance and food money for when you have sought asylum in the Netherlands

A picture of a letter containing details for applying for a DigiD.

Jan 19, 2024

Apply for a DigiD to log in to Dutch government websites

Nov 21, 2023

Living allowance and food money for when you have sought asylum in the Netherlands

If you are still waiting for a decision on your asylum procedure and living in an AZC reception centre, you get money from the Dutch government every week for food and living. You get this money every week from employees at your reception centre.

Jan 19, 2024

Apply for a DigiD to log in to Dutch government websites

In the Netherlands, you arrange many personal matters online. For example, with the Dutch government. Or for your health insurance or pension. For this you need DigiD. This article explains what DigiD is and how to apply for it.

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Living allowance and food money for when you have sought asylum in the Netherlands

Apply for a DigiD to log in to Dutch government websites

Living allowance and food money for when you have sought asylum in the Netherlands

Apply for a DigiD to log in to Dutch government websites

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