The Social Security offers an economic supplement to some pensioners who have had children. This aid seeks to reduce the difference between men's and women's pensions, which can be related to work interruptions and changes in professional careers due to childcare.
The gender gap supplement can be added to certain contributory retirement, widow's, and permanent disability pensions. Furthermore, it is not exclusively reserved for women: men can also receive it if they meet the established conditions. In 2026, the fixed amount is 36.90 euros per month for each child, with a maximum of four children. Therefore, the amount depends on the number of children one has and the requirements met by each pensioner.
How much money does Social Security pay for each child?
The amount of the gender gap supplement depends on the number of children. In 2026, Social Security pays 36.90 euros per month for each child, up to a maximum of four. These are the monthly amounts corresponding to the number of children:
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One child: 36.90 euros per month.
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Two children: 73.80 euros per month.
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Three children: 110.70 euros per month.
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Four or more children: 147.60 euros per month.
This money is added to the pension already received by the beneficiary. However, to receive it, it is necessary to meet the conditions required by Social Security.
Who can apply for this pension supplement?
The aid is aimed at people who receive a contributory pension for retirement, widowhood, or permanent disability and who meet the legal requirements. Men can also apply for it, provided they comply with the established conditions. The supplement applies to pensions recognized since February 4, 2021. Furthermore, as a general rule, only one of the parents can receive it, in accordance with current regulations.
Social Security takes into account the circumstances of each case to determine who is entitled to receive the aid. Therefore, having children and receiving a pension does not automatically guarantee access to the supplement.
How to apply for the gender gap aid?
The supplement can be requested along with the retirement, widow's, or permanent disability pension. To do this, the interested person must submit the corresponding application to the Social Security. Before carrying out the procedure, it is advisable to check if the requirements are met and what is the amount that corresponds according to the number of children.
Official information about the supplement, its conditions, and its amount is available on the Social Security website.
