New €300 grant for the self-employed

May 26, 2020

The Barcelona City Council will provide a grant of 300 euros, in a single payment, to self-employed individuals who have recorded a 75% drop in sales or have closed their establishment due to the Covid-19 crisis. Target recipients
  • Those registered in the Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers (RETA).
  • Those registered as residents in the city of Barcelona before the publication of the call.
  • Those who have been granted the Extraordinary Economic Benefit promoted by the Spanish State, Royal Decree-Law 8/2020 of March 17 on urgent measures to address the economic and social impact of COVID-19.
  • Those who are up to date with tax obligations with the Barcelona City Council, the Tax Agency, and the Social Security.
Amount The amount is €300, in a single payment, which will be made via bank transfer to the bank account provided during the application process, once the corresponding resolution is published in the Official Gazette of the Province of Barcelona (BOPB). Submission of the application It can be requested from May 20 to September 30, 2020.
  • Submit the application here

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