The birth bonus helps future parents prepare for the arrival of their child. Discover the new amounts, ceilings and criteria to be met this year.
The birth bonus, paid by the Caf or the MSA depending on your situation, allows you to finance the expenses related to the birth of a babyparticularly childcare items which represent a certain budget for young parents. Discover the amounts, conditions and procedures to benefit from the birth bonus in 2026.
What is the amount of the birth bonus in 2026?
For the year 2026, the amount of the birth bonus is 1093.08 euros. If you are pregnant with twins, the birth bonus is higher (2186.17 euros) since there are as many birth bonuses as there are children to be born. You will then need to send a medical certificate specifying the number of children expected. Note that the amount of the adoption premium is also 2186.17 euros.
What are the resource ceilings to benefit from the birth bonus?
For 2026, the categorical net income for the year 2024 must be taken into account. The resource ceilings make it possible to define the amount of the birth bonus and must not exceed a certain amount. They are also determined according to the number of dependent children, knowing that the unborn child, from the 6th month of pregnancy, is considered to be a dependent child. Here are the 2024 resource ceilings in effect until December 31, 2026:
| Number of dependent children |
Couple with 2 incomes or single parent |
Couple with one income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 child | 49,054 euros | 37,718 euros |
| 2 children | 56,478 euros | 44,552 euros |
| 3 children | 65,386 euros | 53,450 euros |
| Additional child | 1,084.43 euros | 8,908 euros |
When is the Caf birth bonus paid?
The birth bonus is paid during the 7th month of pregnancyin one go, by bank transfer.
To be entitled to the birth bonus, you must be pregnant and undergo the first prenatal medical examination during pregnancy. Future parents benefit if they meet the resource conditions.”If you meet all the conditions, payment of aid is automatic as soon as you declare your pregnancy to Caf. Your doctor may have taken the steps directly, in which case you do not need to do anything” specifies Caf in its guide to services for 2026.
How to apply for a birth bonus?
During your prenatal examination which takes place with the doctor or midwife before the end of the third month of pregnancy, the health professional will complete, using your vital card, your online pregnancy declaration. He will then give you your document.First prenatal examination”which will allow you to declare your pregnancy to the Caf (via your “My Account” space) and to the health insurance fund. Please note, these two organizations must be notified before the end of 14 weeks of pregnancy.
