In the Astrakhan region 4.7 thousand families received benefits at the birth of a child

Since the beginning of 2026, more than 4.7 thousand families of the Astrakhan region have received a one-time allowance at the birth of a child. For these purposes, the regional branch of the Social Fund of Russia sent 135 million rubles.

The amount of payment is 28 450.45 rubles. It applies to all Russian families regardless of income. If several children were born at the same time, the allowance is granted for each child.

For working parents, payment is made automatically. After receiving information about the birth of a child from the registry office, the Social Fund Department checks the necessary information through the employer and transfers the money within 10 working days. If both parents are employed, the mother receives the benefit. If only the father works, the payment is sent to him on condition that the parents are married.

Non-working moms and dads, including full-time students, must apply independently. This can be done through the portal "Public Services", MFC or the client service of the Social Fund. The benefit should be applied for no later than six months from the birth of the child. The decision on the appointment of payment is made within 10 working days, and the transfer of funds is made in the next five working days after the approval of the application. This support is provided only if both parents are not working. If one of them is employed, the allowance is issued at his place of work or service.

Sergey Kodyushev, Head of the Astrakhan Region SFR Branch, stressed that the payment does not depend on the financial situation of the family:

“This payment can be called “unconditional”, as it is granted to families regardless of income level, property availability and employment of parents. Since the beginning of the year, about 2.7 thousand working and more than 2 thousand non-working fathers and mothers have issued benefits.”.

He also noted that not only blood parents, but also guardians, adoptive parents and adoptive parents can receive benefits.