Pensioners forced to claim: how to get €1,800 in final compensation

The Social Security must pay 1,800 euros in compensation to pensioners who judicially claimed the denied maternity supplement. This amount is fixed and without reductions, regardless of when the right was recognized, according to the Supreme Court.

Many pensioners, men and women, have had to fight in courts for this right that seeks to compensate the gender gap in pensions caused by childcare work. The March 2026 ruling establishes a clear and forceful precedent that directly affects thousands of people.

What is the maternity supplement and who can claim it?

Why is it relevant for pensioners?

The maternity supplement is granted to correct discrimination in contributions derived from the time dedicated to childcare. Initially recognized only for women, European and Spanish jurisprudence has extended the right also to affected men.

Who is affected and how does it affect their pension?

Mainly pensioners who saw their pension reduced for not having received this supplement. The amount may vary case by case, but the judicial claim is key to obtaining it and now also to request compensation.

What compensation does the Supreme Court establish and why?

What fixed amount must be paid?

The Supreme Court has set the compensation at 1,800 euros for each pensioner who has had to claim the supplement judicially, without reductions despite previous recognitions.

Why is this compensation considered fair?

This amount covers not only the damage for the initial denial but also court costs and lawyer's fees, repairing the insecurity caused by Social Security.

How to claim the supplement and compensation?

What requirements must be met?

• Be a pensioner affected by the denial of the maternity supplement.
• Have made a judicial claim to obtain the right.
• Verify that the sentence or resolution recognizes the supplement.
• Expressly request the 1,800-euro compensation.

What is the step-by-step procedure?

1. File an administrative claim before Social Security if not done.
2. In case of denial, file a judicial claim.
3. Wait for the favorable resolution recognizing the supplement.
4. Request the 1,800-euro compensation derived from the STS 310/2026 sentence.
5. If compensation is rejected, appeal before the Supreme Court.

Documentation necessary for the claim

• Pensioner certificate showing discrimination due to the maternity supplement.
• Favorable sentence or resolution recognizing the supplement.
• Judicial documentation proving the claim.
• Personal identification and bank details for payment.

Common errors and how to avoid them

• Not expressly requesting the compensation after obtaining the supplement.
• Ignoring legal deadlines to file claims and appeals.
• Not keeping complete judicial and administrative documentation.
• Assuming that administrative recognition excludes the right to compensation.

Remember that the deadline to claim may be limited and not claiming may mean losing this right. Social Security is obliged to pay this compensation to avoid unfair discrimination and repair the damage caused.

If you have not started the process yet, do not delay any longer. The 1,800 euros is a firm right that the justice system has confirmed and that can make a significant difference in your pension and economic stability.