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Procedure

            			
If you live in Bremen, you can apply for parental allowance online or in writing.  

Online application: 

Parental allowance digital application service: 


  • The application and the required supporting documents can be submitted directly and easily via the digital application service ElterngeldDigital.
  • The Parental AllowanceDigital application service guides you through the questions with the help of an assistant.
  • If you have an electronic ID card and a federal user account, you can also sign the application digitally.
  • This means you can do everything from the comfort of your own home. You can find the online service under "Further information" - "Online service" - "Parental allowance digital".

Written application: 


  • Send the application to the Amt für Soziale Dienste, Elterngeldstelle, Hans-Böckler-Straße 9 in 28217 Bremen (Volkshaus) or use the letterbox there.
  • If both parents basically meet the requirements for parental allowance, the application must also be signed by both parents. The attachments, as described in the application form, should be included if possible.
			
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More information
Information on how parental allowance is calculated can be found in the service description "Parental allowance - calculation". You can find the link under "Further information" - "Where can I find out more?".