The A21 electronic platform for submitting child benefit applications opened today, February 27, 2026, at 08:00, as announced by the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family and the OPEKA. The platform will accept new applications until March 11, 2026, at 18:00. Eligible individuals must submit their applications online using their personal Taxisnet access codes for verification purposes.

Applicants are required to declare the educational institution their child attends, which will facilitate the verification of the provided information. Specifically, the A21 application must include mandatory fields, such as the school's details, the class, and the child's registration number in the compulsory education system. This information is crucial for ensuring that the applications are consistent with existing educational records.

Initially, the income criterion for eligibility will be assessed based on the applicants' earnings. This criterion is likely to significantly determine the number of families that qualify for the child benefit support, especially in a context where economic conditions may vary widely. As the platform facilitates a more accessible process for families, it can be seen as an essential step in providing financial assistance to help support children's education in Greece.