The Argentine government will provide an extraordinary supplementary payment for the Annual School Aid, ensuring a minimum of $85,000 for all families receiving the benefit in March 2026.
The Argentine government has announced an extraordinary reinforcement of the Annual School Aid program, aimed at ensuring that all families receiving the benefit will receive a minimum payment of $85,000 in March 2026. This initiative is a response to the economic needs of families and aims to support education costs amidst inflationary pressures. The announcement was made via Decree 115/2026, which outlines the criteria for eligibility and payment procedures.
Under the new regulation, those receiving less than $85,000 will receive a one-time compensation to bring their total to the minimum threshold, while individuals already receiving $85,000 or more will not be eligible for the additional reinforcement. The decree specifically targets beneficiaries of various family allowance regimes including registered workers, small taxpayers, recipients of the Universal Child Allowance (AUH), those with non-contributory pensions, and seniors benefiting from the Universal Pension for the Elderly.
This policy not only emphasizes the government's focus on education funding but also highlights the broader economic challenges faced by families in Argentina. The one-time payment is expected to ease the financial burden of school-related expenses, reflecting a commitment to support families during a critical period. The effectiveness of this measure will depend on the implementation by the Ministry of Human Capital and the National Social Security Administration (ANSES) as they devise the necessary regulations for disbursing these funds.
