First application cycle for the 2026 A21 Child Benefit has concluded

OPEKA announces the successful completion of the first application cycle for the 2026 A21 Child Benefit.

A total of 437,547 applications were submitted while the online platform was open.

In detail:

• 390,667 applications were automatically approved by the system.

• 33,910 applications were automatically rejected because the eligibility requirements were not met.

• 12,970 applications were referred for further review.

The approved applications cover a total of 677,056 children.

OPEKA is continuing to process the applications under review so that their assessment can be completed.

Further information about the second application cycle will follow, together with a detailed announcement about the payment scheduled for 31 March 2026.

Citizens can find information about Child Benefit on the OPEKA website.

OPEKA ADMINISTRATION