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FAQs

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Are there restrictions to the federal mobility budget?

The federal mobility budget can not exceed 20% of the total gross wage of the employee (gross wage + all other benefits, but no holiday payment). Besides this the federal mobility budget can not be higher than 16.293 euro and not lower than 3.055 euro (figures of 2024).

What does Mbrella do?

Mbrella has created the first corporate mobility solution that is designed to empower employees while unburdening mobility professionals completely. Mbrella enables employees to compose their ideal mobility mix, tailor their own salaries, track their mobility spend and check their EV charging status on the go. For employers, Mbrella lets you put your entire mobility policy on auto-pilot. From automated expense approvals and kilometer allowances to pre-paid payment cards, self-service public transport orders and custom EV charging budgets, Mbrella takes the hassle out of flexible and sustainable mobility. On top of that, everything is smoothly integrated with your payroll provider to ensure the most correct payslip you’ve ever seen. Fair & flexible compensation, with no admin.

How to calculate the federal mobility budget?

To calculate the allowed mobility budget, you need to determine the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of the company car. This including all related expenses such as purchase or lease price, fuel, insurance, maintenance, taxes, and depreciation. You can use the actual costs formula or the lump-sum formula. The chosen calculation method should be used consistent within your company. Mbrella can help you calculating the TCO.

Is my employee eligible to receive the federal mobility budget?

Employees eligible for the Federal mobility budget must either have a company car or be eligible for one under their employer's (car) policy. The previous waiting period requirement has been removed, allowing immediate eligibility. However, the mobility budget can only available if the employer meets some requirements (See "Is my company eligible to offer the mobility budget?")

Is my company eligible to offer the federal mobility budget?

Companies eligible for the mobility budget must meet specific criteria. Primarily, they need to have made one or more company cars available to their employees for an uninterrupted period of at least 36 months immediately before implementing the mobility budget. This eligibility ensures that the mobility budget can serve as an alternative to the company car system, promoting more sustainable transportation options.

What is the federal mobility budget?

The Federal mobility budget is a flexible system allowing employees to exchange their (right to a) company car for a budget. This budget can be spent on eco-friendly cars, sustainable transport options, and housing costs. Unused budget can be received as cash at the end of the year at a favorable tax rate. This offering tax benefits and promoting sustainable mobility.