Family & Maternity calculators in Spain 2026
Becoming a parent in Spain activates a set of rights and fiscal obligations that are rarely explained clearly to expats. The maternity leave calculator determines your exact benefit at 100% of the regulatory base for the 16 weeks guaranteed by the INSS. The maternity tax deduction refunds up to €1,200/year per child under 3. The child support calculator applies the CGPJ indicative tables based on income and number of children.
The INSS manages parental leave benefits. The AEAT administers IRPF deductions for families. The CGPJ publishes indicative child support tables. The Ley Orgánica 3/2007 on Gender Equality and the Estatuto de los Trabajadores regulate parental leave rights in the workplace.
Expat parents typically ask: how much parental leave pay will I receive?, how does child support work in Spain?, or is it better to file taxes jointly with my partner? The answers depend on each parent's income, custody arrangement, and Autonomous Community.
All Family & Maternity calculators
22 calculatorsMaternity & Paternity Leave Calculator
16 weeks at 100% of regulatory base — for both parents simultaneously.
Maternity Tax Deduction (Cheque Bebé)
€1,200/year deduction per child under 3 while working and paying SS.
Child Support Calculator
Alimony for children using CGPJ indicative tables by income and children.
Spousal Support Calculator
Compensatory pension between ex-spouses after separation or divorce.
Nursing Leave Calculator
1 hour daily paid absence for breastfeeding until the child is 9 months.
Child Allowance Supplement (IMV)
Monthly supplement per child under 18 linked to the Minimum Vital Income.
Multiple Birth Benefit
TGSS benefit for the birth or adoption of two or more children simultaneously.
Large Family Tax Deduction
€1,200, €2,400, or €4,800/year deduction depending on large family category.
Family Disability Tax Deduction
€1,200/year deduction for dependent relative with disability ≥33%.
Child Pocket Money Guide
Indicative weekly pocket money by child age based on Spanish cost of living.
Child Height Predictor
Adult height prediction from parents' heights using the Tanner method.
Large Family Requirements Finder
Benefits and requirements by large family category in Spain 2026.
Child Tax Allowance (IRPF)
IRPF family minimum per child: €2,400 first child up to €4,500 fourth.
CUME Leave Calculator
Paid leave to care for a child with serious illness: duration and payment.
Joint Custody Tax Impact Simulator
IRPF impact of shared custody: deductions and child tax allowance split.
Civil Partnership vs Marriage Tax Comparison
Difference in IRPF between joint filing (marriage) and individual filing.
Regional Birth Grants Calculator
Regional grants and subsidies for childbirth or adoption in Spain 2026.
Nursery IRPF Deduction
IRPF deduction for authorised nursery costs for children under 3: up to €1,000.
Child Vaccination Calendar
Ministry of Health recommended vaccination schedule for children in 2026.
Extraordinary Expenses Split
How to divide extraordinary child expenses between separated parents.
Legal Ages in Spain
Legal ages for emancipation, voting, drinking, driving, and contracting.
Compulsory School Insurance
Coverage and conditions of the mandatory school insurance for students 6–28.
What to watch out for
Parental leave pay is 100% of your regulatory base — which may differ from your gross salary
The benefit is calculated on the regulatory base (average of the last 6 months' contribution bases), not your gross salary. If your salary includes non-contributory supplements, the regulatory base may be lower. The maternity leave calculator computes the exact regulatory base and net amount.
The maternity tax deduction can be received as monthly cash — no need to wait for the tax return
The €1,200/year deduction (€100/month) per child under 3 can be claimed as a monthly advance payment via Modelo 140 to the AEAT. You don't need to wait until April. Requirement: employed or self-employed and registered with Social Security. Compatible with the nursery deduction (additional €1,000/year).
Child support is updated annually by the CPI — your order must reflect this
Court-ordered child support is adjusted each year by the general CPI published by the INE, unless the agreement specifies another index. If CPI is 3% and support is €400/month, the following year it should be €412/month. Non-compliance can trigger enforcement proceedings.
Joint IRPF filing is not always better for couples where both earn well
Joint filing gives a fixed reduction of €3,400 (married couples). If both partners have significant income, two separate individual declarations are usually more favourable, as they each benefit from the personal minimum and lower progressive brackets. The tax comparison calculator makes the exact calculation.
Key 2026 figures
Key benefits and deductions 2026
IRPF child allowances 2026
Frequently asked questions
How much maternity/paternity leave pay will I receive in Spain in 2026?
The benefit is 100% of your regulatory base for 16 weeks per parent. The regulatory base is the average of your last 6 months' Social Security contribution bases. For a gross of €2,000/month with regular contributions, the gross benefit is approximately €2,000/month. IRPF is deducted but not Social Security contributions.
Can both parents take parental leave at the same time in Spain?
Yes. Since 2021, both parents have 16 individual, non-transferable weeks. The first 6 weeks must be taken immediately after birth. The remaining 10 can be taken simultaneously or consecutively until the child is 12 months old. Both parents receive 100% of their own regulatory base.
How much child support will I pay on a €2,500 net income with one child?
The CGPJ indicative tables suggest between €310 and €420/month for one child on a net income of €2,500. For two children, €430–€570. The judge may set a different amount based on the family's previous standard of living and the child's specific needs.
How does shared custody affect my Spanish income tax?
In shared custody, each parent applies 50% of the child tax allowance (mínimo por descendientes) in their declaration, regardless of who pays child support. If one parent has sole custody and the other pays support, only the custodial parent applies the full allowance. The joint custody simulator calculates the exact fiscal impact.
What is the Complemento de Ayuda para la Infancia and how much is it?
The CAPI is a supplement to the Minimum Vital Income (IMV) for families with children under 18: approximately €100/month for children under 3 and €70/month between 3 and 18. It is compatible with other income as long as the household falls within the IMV income range.
Are there regional grants when you have a baby in Spain?
Yes. In addition to national benefits, each Autonomous Community has its own birth grants ranging from €100 to €3,000+ depending on the region, the number of children, and family income. The regional birth grants calculator lists the current 2026 amounts by community.