Field help: Did the other parent live abroad?

Select "yes" if the other parent was a permanent or habitual resident abroad at any time during the year 2025 and does not continue to have a residence in Germany.

If the other parent lives abroad and is not subject to unlimited tax liability there, you are entitled to the full child allowance under certain conditions.

Example: The other parent has been living in France since January 2025 and has no other residence in Germany. In this case, select "yes".