Income Declaration for the Period 2023
April 16, 2024
Have you just had a baby or have you adopted a child? Congratulations! If you are a resident of Spain, you are eligible for a childbirth allowance granted by the Spanish government. Here is everything you need to know about this grant, who is eligible for it, and how to apply for it.
You should know that the childbirth allowance in Spain is a subsidy paid in the event of multiple births or adoption. Single mothers, disabled, or families classified as large families can apply for this payout. It is a one-time payment received by the biological or adoptive parents.
This benefit is classified as childbirth and care and is a payment granted in recognition of the birth of a child under certain conditions. Apart from these, it also has limitations, which we will discuss below.
There are a number of people who are entitled to the childbirth allowance in Spain. These are families with several children, single mothers, and those with a disability equal to or greater than 65% that is legally recognized. If you meet these requirements you are in luck! You will be receiving a childbirth allowance.
The childbirth allowance in Spain is a one-time payment of 1,000 euros offered to parents or adoptive parents. This payment is a one-time payment regardless of the income level of the family or single mothers. To qualify for the benefit, their income cannot exceed a certain threshold, and if both parents or adoptive parents are entitled to the benefit, the payment will be granted to only one of them.
The requirements to obtain the childbirth allowance in Spain are as follows:
The table below shows the maximum income established by social security in order to be considered a beneficiary of the benefit.
LARGE FAMILIES, SINGLE-PARENT FAMILIES, AND DISABLED MOTHERS DEPENDENT CHILDREN | |||
DEPENDENT CHILDREN | MINIMUM INCOME LIMIT | FULL ANNUAL ALLOWANCE | MAXIMUM INCOME LEVEL |
1 | 12.536,00 € | 1.000 € | 13.536,00 € |
2 | 14.399,60 € | 1.000 € | 15.399,60 € |
3 | 16.263,20 € | 1.000 € | 17.263,20 € |
4 | 18.126,80 € | 1.000 € | 19.126,80 € |
5 | 19.990,40 € | 1.000 € | 20.990,40 € |
The procedures with the administration are not always easy. In this case, the parents will have to submit the corresponding application form, provide the necessary documentation to prove their income and circumstances, and submit this application through the National Institute of Social Security (INSS).
In summary, the birth benefit in Spain is a subsidy granted in the case of multiple births or adoption. It can be applied for by single mothers, families with disabilities, or large families and consists of a one-time payment of €1,000 received by the parents or adopters. At Employing in Spain we are aware of the difficulty in dealing with the public administration, so we put at your disposal qualified professionals who will help you to process it. Secure this benefit and contact our team!
