The Department of Social Welfare, Youth, and Demographic Challenge of the Basque Government has received 22,202 applications since the decree expanding financial aid for families with children came into effect on July 1st. This measure provides a monthly benefit of 200 euros per child up to 4 years old, strengthening public support for childcare, families, and birth rates in Euskadi.
Of the 22,202 applications received so far in Euskadi, 11,298 were submitted in Bizkaia, 7,519 in Gipuzkoa, and 3,385 in Araba. Of all received applications, 11,700 have already been processed, and the first 7,064 will receive their corresponding payment in the first fortnight of November.
Of this latter figure, 6,910 applications are from families with children aged 0 to 4 years (corresponding to the 2026 decree) and 154 applications are from families aged 0 to 3 years (corresponding to the 2023 decree). The measure has retroactive effects from January 1st, and the full payment will be made with the corresponding calculation.
Furthermore, there is a forecast to pay another 4,000 applications by the end of the year. "The decision to become a parent is not solely based on the possibility of receiving this subsidy, but it is true that it is a firm commitment to support those who decide to start a family with children. It is a commitment that is growing and will continue to grow," explained counselor Nerea Melgosa.
Of the 22,202 applications received, 1,011 correspond to large families and single-parent families. According to counselor Melgosa, the number of applications from all types of families continues to increase, and families have welcomed the extension of the aid very positively.
Extending the aid up to four years represents an additional investment of 33.3 million euros. Through this initiative, the Department of Social Welfare, Youth, and Demographic Challenge advances its commitment to supporting families, helping them cope with extraordinary expenses related to growth, and consolidating public policies that promote work-life balance, child well-being, and birth rates.
The deadline to apply for these subsidies has not yet ended and is open. Applicants must reside and be registered in Euskadi, at the same address as the child, with a minimum residency of one year or, failing that, five years within the ten years immediately prior. They must also live with and have custody of the minor during the period for which the aid is granted. The measure will be retroactive from January 1, 2026. Applications can still be submitted at www.euskadi.eus, and for any queries, the email address umeak@euskadi.eus and the phone number 945 01 80 00 are available.
