When and for how long can my child stay home alone? - Germany: No Legal Age Limit for Leaving Kids Home Alone, Experts Advise Based on Maturity
German child safety experts advise parents on leaving children home alone, as there's no legal age limit for the child tax credit. Decisions should be based on each child's maturity and responsibility.
For children aged 0 to 3, it's not recommended to leave them alone at all. From 4 to 6, brief periods (15-30 minutes) are acceptable in safe environments with parents nearby. Children aged 7 to 10 can handle up to 2 hours alone, depending on their maturity and reliability, according to the Federal Conference for Parenting Counseling (BKE). For 11 to 13-year-olds, longer periods are possible with clear agreements and parents being reachable. Children aged 14 and above can be left overnight if they're responsible and comfortable doing so. Parents should gradually practice being alone and establish clear rules.
In Germany, there's no legal age limit for the child tax credit to be left alone. Parents should decide based on their child's maturity and responsibility. Always ensure you're reachable by phone when children are home alone.
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