beregningsbehov

Beregningsbehov is a term used in Norwegian public administration to describe the level of financial need that is used to determine eligibility for and the size of benefits under various welfare programs. It is not a fixed, universal definition; its exact meaning and calculation depend on the program and the policy framework in place.

In practice, beregningsbehov appears in systems such as social assistance, housing benefits, and other income-support schemes. The purpose is to estimate what resources a person or household requires to cover justified living costs. Typical elements considered include basic living costs (food, clothing, daily necessities), housing costs (rent or mortgage, utilities), and any special needs related to health, care, or dependents. Income, assets, family composition, age, and other factors may reduce the calculated need according to the program’s rules.

The calculation process generally involves data gathering, applying program-specific rules, and determining a benefit level. Authorities assess the household’s circumstances, determine the factual needs, and then calculate the beregningsbehov before applying the benefit formula. The outcome informs decisions and payment levels within the relevant scheme.

Context and variability are important: the exact method and thresholds for beregningsbehov can change with legislation, guidelines, or policy updates. In Norway, NAV (the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration) and municipal social services often use the concept when evaluating applications for social assistance, housing support, and related benefits.

See also: beregningsgrunnlag, vedtak, ytelse.