Specific situation
Social assistance: initial orientation for families
If your income is still not enough, social assistance can support your family. Advice is non-binding – finding out more has no consequences.
View next stepsMany families wait too long out of shame or fear. You are welcome to seek advice before applying for anything.
You can do that now
- 01
Contact social welfare Basel-Stadt or a social counseling center.
- 02
First check what other benefits you are entitled to: premium reductions, allowances or rent contributions.
- 03
During the conversation, ask all the questions that are important to you - including possible consequences for your family.
Important details
How to avoid common mistakes
- Get advice, even if you are unsure - the conversation does not commit you to anything
- Do not rely on rumors from those around you
When advice makes sense
Whether receiving social assistance has consequences for your stay depends on the individual case. Get professional advice, for example from GGG Migration.
Prepare for a conversation with a counseling center
You can continue here
Sources and topicalityOpen binding information
Open Knowledge explains the next step. When it comes to deadlines, amounts and decisions, the linked current information from the responsible body always applies.
The responsible body will examine and decide on your personal case.