For a child born in Estonia whose parents meet all statutory conditions for receiving family benefits, a proactive notification of entitlement is sent to the parent's email (via SKA self-service) after the child's birth.
Additionally, family benefits can be applied for via:
The processing time for family benefit applications depends on various factors. It is possible to apply for family benefits retroactively for up to 6 months from the date the entitlement arises.
The official decision period for granting family benefits is 10 working days from the date all required documents are received.
In addition to the general family benefits such as childbirth allowance, child allowance, parental benefit, and parental leave, a parent whose child’s birth certificate does not include the other parent’s name, or whose other parent has been declared wanted by the Police and Border Guard Board, is entitled to the single parent’s child allowance .
The Estonian state offers various family benefits for households with children, which depend on the number of children, their ages, and the family composition.
Family Benefits
Estonian family benefits depend on the number of children, their ages, and the family composition.
Estonia is a member of the European Union and part of the Schengen visa area. Visa requirements depend on your nationality, the purpose of your visit, and its duration. You are advised to check your visa requirements and review the application process and necessary documents on the website of the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
More information and visa requirements
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia
The parental benefit is a replacement income that is determined and paid based on the applicant’s taxable income in Estonia. If the person has not previously worked in Estonia and has had no taxable income here, the parental benefit is granted at the base rate (minimum amount).
Minimum rate
In 2024, the amount is €725 per month gross (€24.16 per day). The rate changes each year. In 2025, the parental benefit rate will increase to €820 per month (€27.33 per day). The benefit is taxable.
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