The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of Armenia has presented the main state support programs related to childbirth, answering six frequently asked questions from citizens.
1. What support can a family receive upon the birth of a child?
Upon the birth of a child, the state provides:
maternal benefits,
one-time birth grant,
care benefits for children under 2 years old,
monthly support of 50,000 drams for the third and subsequent children,
support for mortgage repayment upon the birth of a child.
2. Can an unemployed citizen receive maternal benefits?
Yes. Both employed and unemployed citizens have the right to receive maternal benefits.
For unemployed individuals, the benefit amount is 172,698 drams.
3. How much will the one-time birth grant be?
Starting from September 1, 2026, the one-time birth grant will amount to 500,000 drams.
4. How much is the care benefit for children under 2 years old?
The amount of monthly benefits varies depending on the parent's status:
Parent not on parental leave: 31,600 drams
Parent on parental leave: 37,500 drams
Rural parent on parental leave: 69,100 drams
5. How much is the 50,000 dram benefit for the third child?
The 50,000 dram benefit for the third and subsequent children is paid monthly until the child reaches 6 years of age.
6. Can the state assist with mortgage repayment upon the birth of a child?
Yes. Under the state housing support program for families with children, families can receive a one-time grant aimed at repaying the principal amount of the mortgage loan.
The support amount is up to 500,000 drams for the first or second child,
and up to 2 million drams for the third and subsequent children.
