Germany Parental Allowance Calculator 2026 (Elterngeld & ElterngeldPlus)
Calculate statutory monthly parental benefits in Germany under the Federal Parental Allowance and Parental Leave Act (BEEG). Estimate Basiselterngeld (65% to 100% of pre-birth net wage, 300 € to 1,800 €/month) and ElterngeldPlus with sibling bonuses in EUR (€).
Monthly Basiselterngeld (Up to 14 Months)
Calculator Inputs
Monthly Basiselterngeld (Up to 14 Months)
Monthly ElterngeldPlus (Up to 28 Months)
Statutory Income Replacement Rate
Included Sibling Bonus Amount
Calculation Methodology
Basiselterngeld = 65% of net salary (above 1,240 €), 67% (1,000 € - 1,200 €), scaling up to 100% for lower incomes. Minimum: 300 €/mo, Maximum: 1,800 €/mo. Sibling Bonus: +10% (min 75 €). ElterngeldPlus = half monthly amount for double the duration.
Important Legal & Educational Disclaimer
This calculator estimates parental benefits under statutory BEEG guidelines. Final grant amounts are certified by regional Parental Allowance Offices (Elterngeldstelle).
This calculator is designed for educational and informational purposes only based on public statutory frameworks. The outputs do not constitute binding financial, tax, or legal advice. We assume no liability for decisions made based on these estimations. Always verify with the relevant official authorities or a certified professional advisor.
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