Argentina's Tarjeta Alimentar: August 2026 Benefit Amounts Unchanged Amidst Ongoing Support

Argentina's Tarjeta Alimentar, a crucial social assistance program, continues to provide vital support for food purchases to vulnerable families. In August 2026, the benefit amounts remain consistent with previous months, following a 38% adjustment in June. The specific sum varies based on family composition, with individuals receiving the Pregnancy Allowance and families with one child receiving 72,250 pesos. Families with two children receive 113,299 pesos, while those with three or more children get 149,425 pesos.

The Tarjeta Alimentar is automatically disbursed by Anses, Argentina's national social security administration, alongside other primary benefits. This means there is no separate payment schedule; beneficiaries receive the aid on the same day as their main allowance. The program's primary purpose is to guarantee access to food for children and adolescents, explicitly excluding alcoholic beverages.

Eligibility for the Tarjeta Alimentar is determined automatically by Anses through data cross-referencing. Beneficiaries do not need to complete any specific application process. The only requirement is to maintain updated personal, family, and contact information, including a mobile phone number and email address, on the Anses website. This automatic allocation simplifies access, especially after a recent modification in October that adjusted the age criteria for beneficiaries' children.