In Spain, the youth rental coupon has become a key support for young people seeking housing. With 2024 in place, this aid continues to provide financial relief to those aiming to become independent or to maintain their rent, and it remains renewed by regional governments across autonomous communities. It offers practical assistance to a broad group of young adults navigating the current economic environment.
Young applicants for the youth rental voucher are typically aged 18 to 35. This age range covers both individuals taking their first steps toward independence and those already engaged in work or study who still face rental costs that can be hard to bear in today’s market.
What you need to claim the youth rental voucher
Applicants must satisfy several conditions to be eligible for the youth rental voucher:
- Age. Individuals must be between 18 and 35 years old when applying.
- Income. The income must not exceed the program’s limit, usually up to three times the IPREM (Public Income Indicator of Multiple Impacts). For 2024, IPREM is set at 600 euros per month. This figure is adjusted by family size and may vary slightly by autonomous community.
- Proof of income from employment or business activity.
How much is the youth rental bonus?
The youth rental voucher provides up to 250 euros per month in financial aid for a maximum of two years, provided eligibility requirements remain met. This means the total potential support can reach 6,000 euros, distributed as 250 euros each month over two years.
It is important to note that the monthly rent covered by the program can be up to 600 euros per month. If the living arrangement is room-based, the cap is 300 euros. The Ministry of Housing indicates that, with prior approval from the Monitoring Commission, this amount can rise to 900 euros per month, or 450 euros for room rentals.
Additionally, the youth rental bonus can contribute up to 40% of the rent difference under the State Plan, with the program generally supporting up to 75% of rental income when applicable.
This voucher is implemented through autonomous communities, allowing each region to contribute up to 40% of rental income according to several criteria:
- Number of occupants in the co-living unit
- Total cohabiting unit income
- Rental market pressure in the municipality or nearby areas
- Disability considerations
- Other relevant criteria
A map helps users locate the regional websites that administer the bonus for each autonomous community.
How to claim the youth rental bonus
The application process for the youth rental voucher varies slightly by autonomous community due to decentralized management. In general, applicants should submit the application through the platform or institution designated by their region, along with the required documents, which typically include:
- DNI or NIE
- The rental agreement for the residence requesting assistance
- Income declaration from the applicant
- Registration certificate; a basic phone service contract alone is not sufficient
Applicants should be mindful of each autonomous community’s call dates, as there are often specific deadlines for submissions.