Do I need to show the blocked amount of 11,904 euros separately for my daughter under the family reunification visa, or can she come along with my blocked amount in Germany?
No, your daughter cannot rely solely on your base 11,904 euro blocked amount, and minors cannot open a separate blocked account. Instead, you must top up your account's monthly payout limit, since the base 992 euros per month covers only one adult, with an extra amount added for each child.
No, your daughter cannot travel on your base blocked amount alone, but she also does not need a completely separate account. As a minor under family reunification, her costs get folded into your existing blocked account by raising its monthly payout limit.
How The Blocked Amount Works For A Parent And Child
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base amount (1 adult) | 11,904 euros per year, 992 euros per month |
| Child's additional share | Roughly an extra 400-450+ euros per month, depending on age and region |
| Separate account for minor | Not allowed, providers like Expatrio or Fintiba do not permit it |
Steps To Structure The Funds Correctly
- Do not open two accounts. Minor children under a family reunification visa cannot hold independent blocked accounts.
- Log into your provider's platform and increase your "Blocked Amount Per Month" setting to cover both of you.
- Contact your consulate to confirm the exact extra monthly amount required for your daughter, since it varies by region.
- If you have a German employment contract with sufficient salary, you may be exempt from the blocked account entirely.
My Advice
Call your provider before your visa appointment and explicitly ask them to recalculate your monthly payout for two people, since this is a manual adjustment they will not always make automatically. Also confirm your daughter's exact age-based amount with your local consulate, as it changes by region and is not a fixed figure like the base 992 euros.
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