What are the consequences if my sister comes to live with me?

Questioner

I rent a 2 room apartment from a housing association in Nijmegen for €435 per month. I would like my sister to come and live here. She is still studying. Is that allowed? Can you tell me what the consequences of this are? For example, for my rent subsidy? I look forward to hearing from you.

Lawyer

Yes, you may need permission for co-occupation, it is possible that your sister's income counts towards the right to rent allowance but not the student grant (so income that she otherwise earns). You can avoid this by drawing up a rental agreement for the rent of a room in your house. (https://www.belastingdienst.nl/wps/wcm/connect/bldcontentnl/belastingdienst/prive/toeslagen/hoe_werken_toeslagen/partner/) You also need permission from the landlord for this.