Spain's Minimum Vital Income reaches 2.7 million beneficiaries

The Minimum Vital Income (IMV) in Spain has reached 2.7 million beneficiaries, according to recent data. As of August 2026, there were 893,820 households receiving the benefit, representing a 16.9% increase in active benefits compared to the previous year.

Demographic data shows that women represent 68% of benefit holders and 53.4% of the total beneficiaries. Minors account for 40.5% of those covered, and 68.4% of households receiving the aid have children under their care. The monthly cost of the program reached 474.7 million euros in August, with an average household payment of 502.8 euros.

To qualify for the IMV, individuals must demonstrate economic vulnerability, meet specific income and asset requirements, and maintain legal and effective residence in Spain, generally for at least one year. Single adults over 23 may qualify if they can prove independent living for at least two years and have at least 12 months of social security contributions. For 2026, the guaranteed monthly income for a single adult living alone is set at 733.60 euros.