Enter your number of children and approximate annual family income to estimate your monthly A21 child benefit from OPEKA in 2025.
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How child benefit works in Greece
OPEKA administers the A21 child benefit as a monthly cash payment to eligible families. Applications are annual and processed through the taxisnet system. The benefit supplements family income and is not means-tested in a binary way; it tapers with income, ensuring most families with children receive some support.
Example calculation
A family with 2 children and 20,000 EUR annual income might receive approximately 70 EUR per child per month = 140 EUR total per month = 1,680 EUR per year. A low-income family with the same 2 children and 8,000 EUR annual income might receive closer to 100 EUR per child = 200 EUR total = 2,400 EUR per year.
Tips and considerations
Apply annually and update your family composition details promptly if circumstances change. Three or more children unlock additional politekni benefits beyond A21. The benefit year typically runs January to December; apply in the autumn preceding the benefit year through opeka.gr.
Frequently asked questions
What is the A21 child benefit in Greece and how much is it?
The A21 program (epidoma paidion A21) is Greece's main monthly child benefit, administered by OPEKA (Organisation for the Provision of Social Solidarity Benefits). It is income-tested and household-composition-dependent. As of 2025, indicative monthly amounts range from approximately 40 to 70 EUR per child per month for families with one to two children in the middle income band, rising to 100 to 200 EUR per child for lower-income families. Families with three or more children (politekni oikogenia) receive higher rates and are eligible for additional politekni family benefits. Amounts are set by ministerial decision and revised periodically; always check the current OPEKA website for exact figures.
What are the income thresholds for Greek child benefit?
The A21 benefit is assessed on the family's annual declared income from the tax return (E1) for the prior year. The income ceiling for eligibility varies by family composition. Single-parent families and families with more children have higher income ceilings. As an illustration for 2025 (verify with OPEKA): a family with 1 child might be eligible with family income below approximately 10,000-15,000 EUR; with 2 children up to approximately 15,000-25,000 EUR; with 3 or more children the ceiling rises further. The benefit tapers with income; it is not a sudden cliff. Property assets are also tested and may disqualify families with significant real estate holdings.
How do I apply for child benefit in Greece?
The A21 child benefit application is submitted entirely online through the OPEKA digital portal at opeka.gr using your taxisnet credentials. Applications are submitted annually, typically in the autumn for the following benefit year. You will need your tax return data (E1 form, E9 property declaration), identification documents for all family members, and birth certificates for the children. OPEKA processes applications and notifies eligibility by letter and through the portal. Payments are made monthly to the beneficiary's designated bank account.
Are there additional benefits for large families (politekni) in Greece?
Yes. Families with three or more children are classified as politekni (large families) in Greece and receive a range of additional benefits beyond the A21 monthly payment. These include: a politekni card providing discounts on utilities (DEH electricity, EAS transport), cultural venues, and some commercial services; priority treatment in certain public services; additional housing benefit eligibility; and a larger monthly cash benefit under the politekni scheme. The Minister of Interior maintains an official registry of large families (Mitroio Politeknis Oikogeneias) and registration enables access to all linked benefits. Some Greek islands provide additional local politekni allowances.