A simple introduction to the SVB pension and benefit schemes

This page contains a simple explanation of the pension/benefit schemes and other information. 

Choose a topic and read a short step-by-step explanation. 

AIO supplement

A short explanation about income support for people of AOW pension age (AIO supplement).

AIO supplement - a simple explanation

Anw survivor benefit

Read more about qualifying for an Anw survivor benefit if your partner or ex-partner has died.

Anw survivor benefit - a simple explanation

AOW pension

Read a short explanation about AOW pension.

AOW pension - a simple explanation

Claiming an AOW pension

See when and how to claim your AOW pension.

Claiming an AOW pension - a simple explanation

What is deducted from your AOW pension

Read about the deductions to AOW pension depending on whether you live in or outside the Netherlands.

What is deducted from your AOW pension - a simple explanation

Applying for a DigiD

Read the step-by-step explanation of how to apply for a DigiD whether you live in our outside the Netherlands.

How to apply for a DigiD - a simple explanation

Bridging benefit (OBR)

A short explanation about bridging benefit and the conditions for receiving it.

Bridging benefit - a simple explanation

Child benefit

More information about child benefit and how it changes as a child gets older.

Child benefit - a simple explanation

Child benefit at twice the basic rate

In some cases, child benefit is paid at twice the basic rate. Read more about these special situations.

Child benefit at twice the basic rate - a simple explanation

Life certificate app

If you want to send us your life certificate via an app, see how to download the app in just a few quick and easy steps.

How to download the life certificate app - a simple explanation

My SVB

You can manage your affairs online in My SVB. Read how to log in to My SVB.

How to log in to My SVB - a simple explanation

Orphan’s benefit

Read a short explanation about orphan’s benefit and what the qualifying conditions are.

Orphan’s benefit - a simple explanation

The Long-term Care Act (the Wlz scheme)

A short explanation about the Wlz scheme.

The Wlz scheme - a simple explanation

Voluntary insurance

Read about the voluntary insurance scheme and the conditions for taking part in it.

Voluntary insurance - a simple explanation