by InTrieste
Italy is expanding financial support for working mothers, introducing a €480 annual payment for eligible women under a revised version of the “Bonus Mamma” program. The initiative, included in a broader legislative package approved by the Council of Ministers, aims to reach more women in the workforce, particularly those on temporary contracts or self-employed.
Originally introduced in the 2025 budget as a payroll tax reduction for mothers with two or more dependent children, the benefit has now been extended in the form of a direct cash payment for categories of workers who are not typically covered by tax breaks. The revised structure will provide €40 per month, distributed as a lump sum of €480 in December 2025.
The government has increased the funding for the program from the initially planned €300 million to a total of €480 million, in order to support the expanded eligibility. The payment is tax-free and exempt from social security contributions, making it a net addition to recipients’ annual income.
According to Italy’s Ministry of Labor, the bonus is intended to offer additional support to women balancing work and parenting, especially those in less secure employment. Women with permanent contracts will continue to benefit from contribution relief directly applied to their salaries, while the new measure ensures broader access through a one-time annual payment.
Application procedures and further details on eligibility will be released in upcoming regulatory guidelines. Officials say the move is part of a wider effort to tackle Italy’s declining birth rate and improve support for families in the labor market.
