Each child receives 3,600 yuan annually, and the 2026 childcare subsidy application opens fully on January 5.
In July 2025, the government issued the “Implementation Plan for the Childcare Subsidy System,” clearly stipulating a subsidy of 3,600 yuan per child per year for children under 3 years old. As of December 31, 2025, over 24 million people nationwide had received the childcare subsidy.
According to work arrangements, the 2026 childcare subsidy application is now open. From January 1 to 4, 2026, the childcare subsidy information management system will be upgraded and tested, and full application will open on January 5.
Eligible parents can apply through the childcare subsidy mini-program or Alipay app, either online or offline.
1. Childcare Subsidy Mini-Program
Open the WeChat mini-program and search for “childcare subsidy.”
2. Alipay App Childcare Subsidy Section
Open the Alipay app and search for “childcare subsidy.”
