The 100 euro Befana Bonus 2024 brought forward to December: it becomes the Santa Claus Bonus. Here’s who it’s for and how to request it.
Meanwhile, the possibility that the Befana bonus will be brought forward to Christmas is gaining ground. “It will become a Santa Claus bonus,” jokes the Deputy Minister of Economy Maurizio Leo, confirming that the hypothesis is being evaluated.
The Epiphany Bonusone-off contribution of 100 euros grossis intended for employed workers with a total annual income of up to 28,000 euros and at least one dependent child. In the absence of a spouse, or if the latter has not recognized the child, the bonus can be requested by those who only have the dependent child. Originally scheduled for January 2025, the Government is evaluating the possibility of bringing forward the payment to December 2024at the same time as the payment of the thirteenth monthly salary, effectively transforming the benefit into a sort of “Santa Claus Bonus”. This intervention is part of the plan to support the middle class, which includes fiscal measures already under discussion.
Leo, Santa Claus bonus 100 euros net in Omnibus Decree
“This legislative decree that intervenes on Irpef and Ires is a decree that we care a lot about. A topic that will be included in the amendments to the Omnibus decree will be the so-called Befana bonus that will now become a Christmas bonus, previously we had a problem identifying resources but given that the public accounts are doing well on the revenue side we could give these 100 euros without effect on taxation, therefore arriving at 100 euros net. The rest of the provision will likely come into force from 1 January 2025”. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Economy Maurizio Leo interviewed during Telefisco, organized by Sole24Ore.
Requirements and beneficiaries
To access the Epiphany Bonusapplicants must be employed with a taxable income between 8,500 and 28,000 euros per year. Retirees and those with unstable contracts are excluded. The benefit is reserved for those who have a child and a spouse who are fiscally dependent or, alternatively, for those who are the sole parent with a dependent child.
Provision and purpose
The advance payment of the bonus to the month of December is being assessed within the framework of the omnibus decree currently under consideration in the Senate. The measure aims to support families in a period of increased expenses, in line with the government’s goal of reducing the tax burden on average incomes. The advance, if confirmed, would help ease the economic burden on families during the Christmas holidays, making the thirteenth salary heavier.
In conclusion, the Epiphany Bonus It represents a further step in the government’s strategy to support low- and middle-income families, although the exact timing and regulatory details of the measure remain to be defined.