August sees an increase in child allowances
In Belarus, the cost of living and the average monthly wage (AMW) play a significant role in determining childcare allowances for families. As of August 1, 2023, the subsistence minimum (SM) per capita has increased to Br487.72, leading to a corresponding rise in childcare allowances.
The monthly allowance for childcare under three years old has seen an 8.2% increase. For the first child, the benefit is now Br931.91, for the second and subsequent children, Br1065.04, and for a disabled child, Br1198.17. These amounts are calculated in relation to the subsistence minimum, ensuring they keep pace with the cost of living.
For families raising a disabled child under 18, the monthly allowance is Br487.72 (100% SM) for I and II degrees of health loss until the child turns 18, and Br585.26 (120% SM) for III and IV degrees of health loss after the child turns three.
The AMW itself was not specified in the provided results, but in similar economies, average wages often act as reference points for social support thresholds alongside the subsistence minimum. The increase in the subsistence minimum thus acts as a floor to adjust social payments, including childcare allowances, pensions, and disability benefits.
Childcare allowances in Belarus are adjusted twice a year, on February 1 and August 1. The next increase is scheduled for November 1, 2025. All monthly childcare allowances are tied to the AMW at specific percentages.
In addition, families can receive a one-time allowance for the birth of the first child (Br4877.2 or 10 SM) and for the birth of the second and subsequent children (Br6828.08 or 14 SM). For families with older children aged 3 to 18 while raising a younger child under three, the allowance is Br243.86 (50% SM) per month.
For more detailed information on who in Belarus receives child allowances, when they are increased, and how to calculate them yourself, please visit our website. We also provide information on school supplies assistance for families in need.
In relation to the subsistence minimum, personal finance and budgeting for families are essential for understanding the increases in childcare allowances in Belarus. Furthermore, education and self-development opportunities can help families plan for their future finances, including making informed decisions about saving for their children's needs.
