How is child support for two children calculated?

How is child support for two children calculated?

In Kazakhstan, child support for two children is usually collected in the amount of 1/3 of the parent’s income, meaning approximately 33.3% of earnings or other income.

For example, if the parent’s official income is 300,000 tenge, child support for two children may be around 100,000 tenge. If the income is 600,000 tenge, support may be around 200,000 tenge.

However, the exact amount depends on the specific situation: the payer’s official income, whether the payer has other children, the parents’ financial situation, health condition, and the real needs of the children.

Formula for calculating child support for two children

If child support is collected as a share of income, the formula is simple:

Child support = payer’s income × 1/3

Examples:

• income of 150,000 tenge — child support around 50,000 tenge;
• income of 300,000 tenge — child support around 100,000 tenge;
• income of 450,000 tenge — child support around 150,000 tenge;
• income of 600,000 tenge — child support around 200,000 tenge;
• income of 900,000 tenge — child support around 300,000 tenge.

This is an approximate calculation. The actual amount depends on the type of income, deductions, the court act, and enforcement procedure.

Is child support for two children calculated separately at 25% for each child?

No. Child support for two children is usually not calculated as 25% for each child. Instead, the general amount is 1/3 of income for both children.

For example, if the parent’s income is 300,000 tenge, child support for two children will be around 100,000 tenge. It may be understood conditionally as 50,000 tenge per child, but legally the total share is usually stated as 1/3 of income for the maintenance of both children.

Is there a fixed amount of child support for two children?

No, there is no single fixed amount for all cases. The amount depends on the payer’s income.

For example:

• income of 180,000 tenge — around 60,000 tenge;
• income of 240,000 tenge — around 80,000 tenge;
• income of 300,000 tenge — around 100,000 tenge;
• income of 600,000 tenge — around 200,000 tenge.

Therefore, it is incorrect to say that one fixed amount is always paid for two children. The main rule is 1/3 of income when support is collected as a share.

What income is child support withheld from?

Child support may be withheld not only from salary, but also from other types of income.

For example:

• salary;
• bonuses;
• additional payments;
• business income;
• payments under civil law contracts;
• rental income;
• certain social payments;
• other lawful income.

If the income is official, calculation is easier. If income is hidden, unstable, or paid in cash, fixed amount child support may be required.

What if the child support payer does not work?

Lack of official employment does not release a parent from the obligation to support children.

If the payer does not work:

• child support arrears may accumulate;
• the enforcement officer may check bank accounts;
• the debtor’s property may be checked;
• restrictions may be placed on vehicles or real estate;
• travel outside Kazakhstan may be restricted;
• the debtor may be included in the debtor register;
• administrative or criminal liability may be considered.

The phrase “I do not work” does not cancel the obligation to support children.

If the payer’s income is low

If the payer’s official income is low, 1/3 of such income will also be low.

For example, if the income is 90,000 tenge, child support for two children will be around 30,000 tenge. In such a situation, the parent with whom the children live may consider other legal options.

It may be possible to:

• request fixed amount child support;
• prove the payer’s actual income;
• recover additional expenses;
• show the children’s real expenses;
• prove that official income is understated.

If a person officially has a low salary but actually lives at a much higher level, this may be proven through documents, transfers, property, and other evidence.

Can child support for two children be collected as a fixed monetary amount?

Yes. Fixed amount child support may be collected if the payer:

• is not officially employed;
• has unstable income;
• is an individual entrepreneur;
• hides income;
• receives cash income;
• works abroad;
• shows minimal official income;
• has irregular or seasonal income.

In such cases, the court evaluates the needs of the children, the financial situation of the parents, and evidence of expenses.

What must be proven for fixed amount child support?

To collect child support in a fixed monetary amount, the children’s expenses must be confirmed.

Suitable evidence includes:

• food receipts;
• clothing and footwear expenses;
• kindergarten or school payments;
• extracurricular activities, sports, development classes;
• medicines;
• medical documents;
• treatment expenses;
• transport expenses;
• utility expenses related to the children;
• contracts, receipts, payment confirmations, certificates.

The better the expenses are confirmed, the stronger the position in court.

Can child support for two children be collected without divorce?

Yes. Child support may be collected without dissolving the marriage.

If the parents are officially married but one parent does not participate in supporting the children, the other parent may claim child support.

For example:

• the spouses live separately;
• the children live with one parent;
• the other parent does not provide money;
• only one parent bears the children’s expenses.

Child support can be claimed without waiting for divorce.

Can child support be claimed together with divorce?

Yes, a child support claim may be included in a divorce claim.

However, sometimes it is better to claim child support separately. For example, if divorce may be delayed due to property division, child support may be obtained faster through a court order or separate application.

If children need money now, it is better not to delay the child support issue.

Can child support for two children be obtained through a court order?

Yes. If there is no dispute, paternity or maternity is confirmed, and child support is collected as a share of income, a court order may be requested.

Through a court order, child support for two children is usually collected as 1/3 of income.

However, if the debtor files an objection, the court order may be cancelled. In that case, child support must be claimed through a statement of claim.

When should a statement of claim be filed?

A statement of claim should be filed if:

• the payer does not agree to pay child support;
• the payer hides income;
• the payer is not officially employed;
• fixed amount support is needed;
• there is a paternity dispute;
• the children have additional expenses;
• treatment or rehabilitation expenses must be recovered;
• the debtor is abroad;
• the court order was cancelled.

In claim proceedings, the court examines evidence and issues a decision based on the circumstances of the case.

What documents are needed for child support for two children?

Usually, the following documents are needed:

• application or claim for child support;
• claimant’s identity document;
• children’s birth certificates;
• marriage certificate or divorce document, if any;
• information confirming that the children live with the claimant;
• respondent’s address;
• information about the respondent’s workplace or income, if known;
• bank details;
• documents confirming children’s expenses, if fixed amount support is requested.

If the father is not indicated in the children’s birth certificates, paternity may need to be established first.

From what date is child support calculated?

Usually, child support is calculated from the date of application to court.

Therefore, it is better not to delay filing. Waiting for voluntary payment may lead to losing several months of support.

Child support for a past period may be collected, but it is necessary to prove that the claimant previously tried to obtain support and the debtor avoided payment.

Can child support be collected for a past period?

Yes, but this is more difficult than ordinary collection.

It is necessary to prove that:

• you previously asked for money for the children;
• the debtor refused to pay;
• there were messages, correspondence, or written demands;
• the debtor avoided supporting the children;
• one parent actually paid the children’s expenses alone.

Without evidence, child support is usually collected from the date of application to court.

What if child support is not paid?

If child support is not paid, you need to contact the enforcement officer.

You may request:

• initiation of enforcement proceedings;
• sending a resolution to the employer;
• checking bank accounts;
• seizure of property;
• restriction on leaving Kazakhstan;
• calculation of arrears;
• search for the debtor;
• consideration of liability.

Obtaining a court act is only half the work. The second half is achieving actual enforcement.

How are child support arrears calculated?

Arrears are calculated by the enforcement officer.

If child support is set as 1/3 of income, the debtor’s income is taken into account. If the debtor does not work or does not confirm income, arrears are calculated according to the established rules.

After calculation, the enforcement officer issues a resolution. If a party disagrees with the calculation, it may be appealed.

Can child support for two children be increased?

Yes. Child support may be increased if there are grounds.

For example:

• children’s expenses increased;
• children need treatment;
• school, kindergarten, or extracurricular expenses increased;
• children have special needs;
• the payer’s income increased;
• the previous amount does not cover the children’s needs.

To increase child support, a court claim must be filed and evidence must be provided.

Can child support for two children be reduced?

Yes, the payer may apply to court to reduce child support.

Grounds may include:

• birth of other children;
• decrease in income;
• loss of employment;
• deterioration of health;
• disabled dependents;
• change in financial situation.

However, the court always considers the interests of the children first. The argument “it is difficult for me” alone is usually not enough.

If the payer has children from another marriage

If the payer has children from another marriage, this may affect the amount of child support, but it does not cancel the obligation to support the two children.

The court may consider:

• the total number of children;
• previous court acts;
• the payer’s income;
• financial situation of all parties;
• needs of each child.

The main rule is that the interests of all children must be taken into account.

Can child support be paid in cash?

It can, but this is risky. Later, it may be difficult to prove payment.

It is better to:

• pay by bank transfer;
• indicate “child support” in the payment purpose;
• keep payment confirmations;
• obtain a written receipt for cash payments;
• record the payment period and amount.

If there is no proof, such payments may not be counted as child support.

Can child support be collected from the mother?

Yes. If two children live with the father, the father may claim child support from the mother.

In such a case, child support for two children is also usually 1/3 of the mother’s income.

The obligation to support children applies equally to both mother and father.

Can child support be collected from a parent abroad?

Yes. However, actual enforcement may be more complicated.

Important factors include:

• which country the debtor is in;
• whether they have property in Kazakhstan;
• whether they have bank accounts;
• whether they have official income;
• whether recognition and enforcement abroad is possible;
• whether international treaties apply.

If the debtor has property or income in Kazakhstan, enforcement is usually easier.

Is a lawyer needed for child support for two children?

In a simple case, if the parent is known, there is no dispute, and child support is collected as 1/3 of income, it may be possible to obtain a court order independently.

A lawyer is needed if:

• the payer hides income;
• the payer is not officially employed;
• fixed amount support is needed;
• child support is not paid;
• arrears have accumulated;
• the enforcement officer is inactive;
• the debtor is abroad;
• child support must be increased or reduced;
• there is a paternity dispute.

Legal assistance from SOT ZEYINI

The lawyers of SOT ZEYINI can help collect child support for two children, prepare documents, and choose the right strategy.

We can help if:

• child support for two children must be collected;
• a court order is needed;
• a statement of claim must be prepared;
• fixed amount child support is needed;
• the payer does not work;
• the payer hides income;
• child support is not paid;
• arrears must be calculated;
• the enforcement officer is inactive;
• child support must be increased or reduced.

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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support for Two Children

How much child support is paid for two children?

Usually, child support for two children is 1/3 of the parent’s income.

How much is 1/3 of income in percent?

It is approximately 33.3% of income.

If the salary is 300,000 tenge, how much is child support for two children?

Approximately 100,000 tenge, if child support is calculated as 1/3 of income.

If the salary is 600,000 tenge, how much is child support?

Approximately 200,000 tenge.

Is child support calculated as 25% for each child?

No. For two children, the usual total share is 1/3 of income for both children.

If children are from different marriages, how is support calculated?

The court considers all children, previous court acts, the payer’s income, and the financial situation of the parties.

If the parent does not work, is child support not paid?

No. Lack of employment does not release the parent from child support. Arrears may accumulate.

Can child support be collected as a fixed amount?

Yes, if income is unstable, hidden, unofficial, or the payer does not work.

Can child support be collected without divorce?

Yes. Child support may be collected even during marriage.

Can child support be claimed together with divorce?

Yes, a child support claim may be included in a divorce claim.

Can child support be obtained through a court order?

Yes, if there is no dispute and support is collected as a share of income.

What if the debtor objects to the court order?

The court order may be cancelled, and a statement of claim must be filed.

From what date is child support calculated?

Usually, from the date of application to court.

Can child support be collected for a past period?

In some cases, yes, but it is necessary to prove that previous attempts were made to obtain support.

What should be done if child support is not paid?

You should contact the enforcement officer and request compulsory enforcement measures.

Who calculates arrears?

Arrears are calculated by the enforcement officer.

Can support be paid in cash?

Yes, but bank transfer is safer. For cash payments, a written receipt should be obtained.

Can child support be collected from the mother?

Yes, if the children live with the father.

Can child support be increased?

Yes, if the children’s needs increase or circumstances change.

Can child support be reduced?

Yes, if the payer’s financial or family situation changes, but the court decides.

Is a lawyer needed?

In a simple case, legal assistance may not be necessary. But if income is hidden, the payer does not work, arrears exist, or there is a dispute, a lawyer can help protect the children’s interests.