Child benefit in Spain (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: Spain has no universal child benefit; the child support complement of the minimum income scheme pays €100, €70 or €50 a month by the child's age. It is income and asset tested, for children under 18. The INSS handles it.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Amount of child benefitChild benefit | Spain has no universal child benefit. The child support complement of the minimum income scheme pays a monthly amount per minor in the household, by age on 1 January: €100 under 3, €70 from 3 to under 6, €50 from 6 to under 18. [1] |
| Age limit for the childChild benefit | Minors: the complement is paid for each household member under 18. [1] |
| Residence conditionChild benefit | Legal and effective residence in Spain, held continuously for at least the year before applying. The one-year period is not required for children added to the household by birth, adoption, family reunification or fostering. [1] |
| Income testChild benefit | Yes. The previous year's household income must be below 300% of the minimum income thresholds in Annex I, net assets below 150% of the limits in Annex II, and the household must pass the asset test in Annex III. [1] |
| Where to claimChild benefit | The National Social Security Institute (INSS) recognises and monitors the benefit. Regions and local authorities may start the file where they have an agreement with the INSS. [1] |
Notes
- The General Social Security Law (art. 351) now lists the family allowance only for children with a disability of at least 33% (under 18) or 65% (adults). Law 19/2021 provides for the complement to replace the old allowance for children without a disability.
Sources
- Boletín Oficial del Estado: Ley 19/2021, de 20 de diciembre, por la que se establece el ingreso mínimo vital (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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