Child benefit in Finland (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: Kela pays child benefit of EUR 94.88 a month for one child, up to the month the child turns 17. You must apply and live permanently in Finland.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Amount of child benefitChild benefit | Child benefit is EUR 94.88 a month for one child, EUR 199.72 for two, EUR 333.51 for three, EUR 506.75 for four and EUR 699.44 for five. It is tax-free. Kela lists these amounts on 7 November 2026. [1] |
| Age limit for the childChild benefit | The child must be under 17. Child benefit is paid until the end of the month in which the child turns 17. [1] |
| Residence conditionChild benefit | You must live permanently in Finland with your child and be the child's parent, guardian or other carer. A child temporarily abroad still counts if the child is permanently resident in Finland. [1] |
| Income testChild benefit | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Where to claimChild benefit | Kela. It does not pay child benefit automatically: you apply in the OmaKela e-service or on a form. [1] |
Notes
- Kela says child benefit is tax-free but the page does not state whether it is income-tested.
Sources
- Kela (Finnish Social Insurance Institution): Child benefit | Our Services | Kela (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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