According to Spain’s latest government data, the number of unemployed people in the country stands at 2,572,121. While this figure marks the lowest level since August 2008, it remains high, reflecting an economic reality that challenges many families. To address this situation, a range of supports has been rolled out for groups in vulnerable situations.
A standout initiative from the government led by Pedro Sánchez, approved three years ago, is the Minimum Vital Income (IMV). This benefit has helped more than 886,255 households in Spain. Data from the National Institute of Social Security indicates that, on average, each recipient received about 479.2 euros.
The mistake that can cost you the Minimum Vital Income
The Social Security Administration has emphasized how critical accurate information is in applications, especially the applicant’s address. This was underscored after a recent case in which the Zaragoza High Court ruled against a person who, due to an address error, could not receive late payments of a grant, even though the incorrect detail was later corrected. The court concluded that the applicant failed to meet one of the basic requirements by not providing correct information from the start, which prevented the Social Security from recognizing payments that would have been due otherwise.
The IMV payroll for September reached 661,640 households, sheltering nearly 2 million people. There were 113,527 single-parent households, and the program protected 816,175 minors. figures from the Ministry of Inclusion, Security Social and Migrations, 2024.
Requisitos para pedir el Ingreso Mínimo Vital
Social Security reminds everyone receiving the Minimum Vital Income that the annual Income Tax return must be filed to justify why the aid is received. It is a mandatory step to comply with TGSS regulations, and failing to do so could lead the administration to reduce or remove the payment amount. guidelines, 2024.
According to TGSS, the income limits to request the IMV depend on the taxpayer’s household size. For example, the annual income threshold may be around 6,000 euros for a single person and can go up to roughly 13,000 euros per year for a couple with three children. guidelines, 2024.
In practice, applicants should prepare information about their total household income in the previous year, the number of people living in the home, and any other factors that affect household composition. While the tax return is a central piece of the eligibility assessment, the process also considers other personal and economic details to determine whether the guarantee applies to a given family. guidelines, 2024.