Social Benefits in Euros in 2026: What You Need to Know

08.01.2026 | Social policy

The Social Assistance Agency (SAA) has announced details regarding the disbursement of social benefits in euros in 2026 and the new benefit amounts. Key highlights include payment deadlines, changes in benefit amounts, and application criteria.

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Social benefits for December 2025 will be paid in euros after January 15, 2026. The new amounts of the benefits will apply for January and will be paid in February.

The basis for assistance, on which the right to monthly social assistance and target heating assistance is determined, is 117.19 euros (30% of the poverty line).

Main types of assistance and amounts:

The payment of family benefits will be only in cash from January 1 to June 30, 2026. People in kind must submit an application.

Assistance for people with permanent disabilities:

Assistance for foster families:

Assistance for children with relatives and close people:

The ASP clarifies that it is not necessary for citizens to take action to receive their benefits in euros.