Check of 225 euros for heating oil users
The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the economic recovery after COVID-19 caused a sudden surge in energy prices. In order to curb the increase in energy bills for families, the federal government has decided to grant households a net allowance of 225 euros when purchasing fuel oil or propane in bulk, intended for heating the main house. As of July 7th you can visit the website of the FPS Economy to apply for the allowance for gasoil users. This can be done online or you can print the form and send it by post.
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Who is entitled to the €225 heating allowance?
The allowance is a one-off and flat-rate allowance and is granted to every entitled person who has received a delivery of gasoil or propane in bulk, intended for the heating of his main residence, between 15 November 2021 and 31 December 2022.
Which form do I have to fill in to apply for the heating allowance?
If you want to apply for the allowance via the website of the FPS economy, you can find us at the list of suppliers under: Etablissementen J. Maes en zonen nv. In addition, they also ask for the KBO number: 0429.995.654
There are 2 types of forms, depending on your type of home
- For an individual home: form type A: Download here (In Dutch)
- For a house in co-ownership: form type B: Download here (In Dutch)
You can fill out the form online as well as print it and send it by mail. You can do this until 10/01/2023. Once the FPS economy has received the application, it will make a decision on the application within 2 months and inform you of the decision.
The heating allowance will then be paid to the bank account number you have stated on the form.
If you have any questions, you can always directly contact t the FPS economy [email protected] or via the free number 0800 120 33
Send by post
If you want to print the form and send it by post, you can use the following postal address:
FPS Economy, SME, Self-employed and Energy
Directorate General Energy – Oil Fuel Premium Cell 225 euros
Koning Albert II-laan 16
1000 Brussels
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