You have until August 12th to claim the newborn bonus.

Italy’s government has set a critical deadline for families seeking the “bonus nuovi nati,” a one-time financial aid of €1,000 designed to support initial expenses related to the birth of a child. The deadline falls on August 12, 2026, for children born or adopted between January 1 and April 14 of this year. Families who miss this date will lose their eligibility for the benefit, which was introduced under the latest budget law to assist new parents during the early stages of raising a child. The regulation stipulates that applications must be submitted within 120 days of the child's birth or adoption. However, due to the activation of the online application process by the National Institute for Social Security (Inps) on April 14, 2026, the deadline for children born or adopted before April 14 has been extended to August 12. This adjustment aims to ensure that families have sufficient time to complete the necessary procedures without losing their right to the benefit. For children born after April 14, the standard 120-day rule applies, meaning applications must be submitted within that timeframe from the date of birth or adoption. To qualify for the bonus, applicants must meet several criteria. They must be residents of Italy at the time of applying and hold Italian citizenship, or citizenship from an EU member state, or possess a long-term residence permit for work purposes exceeding six months or for research reasons. Additionally, the family's income, measured by the Indicatore della Situazione Economica Equivalente (Isee), must not exceed €40,000 annually. This figure includes the newly added child in the household calculation. Importantly, the Isee used for this purpose excludes amounts received through the Universal Child Allowance, allowing more families to fall below the threshold. Before submitting an application, families need to prepare essential documents. These include an updated Isee certificate that incorporates the newborn into the household, the child’s birth registration, and digital identification credentials for the parent submitting the request. The parent must also provide the child’s tax code and a valid IBAN account linked to them. Payments are made exclusively via bank accounts, rechargeable cards with IBAN, or postal savings books belonging to the applicant. In cases involving adoptions or pre-adoption placements, additional documentation confirming the child’s entry into the adoptive family is required. Applications for the bonus can be submitted exclusively through digital channels. Options include the Inps website (www.inps.it) using digital identity credentials such as Spid, Cie, or Cns, contacting the multichannel contact center via the toll-free number 803.164 or the landline number 06 164.164, or through patronage institutions. The Inps processes these requests in chronological order based on submission dates and times, subject to available funding limits for the year of application. It is crucial to note that the bonus does not count toward the family’s overall taxable income. The financial burden of the measure is estimated at €360 million annually starting in 2026. Should discrepancies arise between projected and actual spending, adjustments to the annual value of the bonus and the Isee threshold may occur, as determined by decree from the Ministry of Economy in coordination with the Ministry of Labor. Separately, discussions are ongoing regarding a new energy-related benefit aimed at supporting vulnerable households affected by rising energy costs. This initiative, part of a broader climate plan being reviewed by the Council of Ministers, is expected to take effect in 2028 and last four years. The benefit would target approximately 4.7 million households with an Isee not exceeding €25,000 annually. The exact amount of the assistance will depend on factors including the household’s economic vulnerability, geographic location, and potential impacts of the new carbon pricing system on domestic energy bills. Funding for this program comes partly from the Climate Social Fund and partially from national contributions.