The rise in payments is linked to the planned increase in the subsistence minimum budget (BPM). The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Republic of Belarus has approved new rates that will be in effect until January 31, 2027.

According to the Ministry’s official website, from November the BPM norm per capita will rise on average to 535.70 rubles. This is already the fourth recalculation of the indicator this year. Over the course of the year, the amounts of social benefits calculated from the BPM have increased by 9.1%, which significantly outpaces inflation and directly boosts the real purchasing power of recipients. The new allowances and amounts will affect more than 152,000 Belarusian children.

One‑time payments (upon birth of a child)

• For the first child (10 BPM) – 5,357.00 rubles.
• For the second and subsequent children (14 BPM) – 7,499.80 rubles.
• Women who