Question 1

What is a Kitagutschein and do I need one?

Accepted Answer

A Kitagutschein is the Berlin Senate voucher that pays for your child's Kita (childcare) place. Every parent in Berlin who wants a publicly-funded Kita spot needs one. The application is a 91-field PDF in German. Kita Berlin turns it into 12 plain questions in 8 languages and produces the filled, signed-ready PDF for free.

Question 2

How much does Kita Berlin cost?

Accepted Answer

The Kitagutschein form-fill is free. An optional Berlin-Kita-advisor rush review costs €9 with 24-hour turnaround. The 40-application service costs €39 one-time (the standard expat-targeted agencies charge €200 or more for the same work).

Question 3

Do I need to speak German to use Kita Berlin?

Accepted Answer

No. Kita Berlin works in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Dutch, and European Portuguese. You answer questions in your language; we generate the official German PDF for the Senate and the German application letters for each Kita.

Question 4

When should I apply for a Berlin Kita spot?

Accepted Answer

Berlin Kita spots are scarce. Most parents start applying 9-15 months before they need the spot. The Kitagutschein itself can be requested up to 9 months before the start date. Kita Berlin handles applications for the 2026/27 Kita cycle starting now.

Question 5

How many Kitas should I apply to?

Accepted Answer

Berlin parents typically apply to 30-50 Kitas to secure one spot. Kita Berlin applies to 40 on your behalf, with each letter written in your voice and matched to the Kita's profile and your child's hours.

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