Ukraine grants new benefits to Mother Heroine titleholders

By Yusuf İnan | Wise News Press
KYIV, UKRAINE — Ukraine has introduced new financial and social support for women awarded the “Mother Heroine” title, including a one-time payment of 30,280 hryvnias in 2025 and additional rights related to work leave and retirement.

According to Yerel Gündem’s report by Yusuf İnan, the measure applies to women who have raised at least five children and meet the legal criteria for the honorary title. The policy aims to recognize the contribution of large families and provide additional support to mothers who have taken on major responsibilities in raising children.

New payment for Mother Heroine titleholders

Under the 2025 arrangement, women holding the Mother Heroine title will be eligible for a one-time state payment of 30,280 hryvnias.

The amount corresponds to 10 subsistence minimums set for the year. The payment is not a monthly salary or permanent allowance, but a one-time financial support granted to women who have officially received the title.

The support is intended to acknowledge the social value of motherhood in large families and to provide additional financial help to women who have raised five or more children.

Who can receive the title?

The Mother Heroine title has existed in Ukraine since 2000 and is granted to women who meet specific criteria.

To qualify, a woman must have raised at least five children until the age of eight. The children may be biological or adopted; the distinction does not affect eligibility.

Authorities also assess whether the mother provided suitable living conditions, access to education and health care, and support for the children’s personal development, abilities and skills.

This means the title is not based only on the number of children. It also reflects the mother’s contribution to their upbringing, care and development.

Social leave rights expanded

Working women who hold the Mother Heroine title may also benefit from additional social leave.

A Mother Heroine who has a child under the age of 15 is legally entitled to 10 days of additional social leave.

This right is designed to support working mothers who continue to balance employment with family responsibilities. Employers may also provide individual incentives or additional support depending on workplace policy.

The leave provision is one of the practical social rights linked to the title, giving eligible mothers more flexibility in managing family needs.

Early retirement option

The regulation also includes an important retirement advantage.

Women who have raised five or more children until the age of six and who have at least 15 years of officially recognized work experience may retire at the age of 50.

This early retirement right is one of the most significant benefits granted to women in large families. It reflects the state’s recognition that raising multiple children is a major social responsibility and often limits a woman’s ability to remain in the workforce under standard conditions.

The rule is especially important for women who combined long-term employment with extensive family care duties.

Documents required for payment

Women who are eligible for the one-time payment must submit an application to receive the funds.

The required documents include a completed application form, a valid identity document or passport, the taxpayer identification number known as RNUCPN, and the official decree confirming that the applicant has been granted the Mother Heroine title.

Applications can be submitted personally or through an authorized representative.

The documentation requirement is intended to confirm both the identity of the applicant and the legal basis for receiving the payment.

Where applications can be submitted

Applications may be filed through several channels.

Eligible women can apply at any branch of the Pension Fund of Ukraine, known as PFU. Applications can also be submitted through TsNAP administrative service centers.

Those who cannot apply in person may send documents by post. Electronic applications are also available through the PFU portal or the Diia digital platform.

Women living in rural areas may submit their applications directly to village councils, making the process more accessible for those outside major cities.

Support for large families

The new payment and related benefits are part of Ukraine’s broader effort to support large families and recognize the role of mothers who have raised several children.

The Mother Heroine title carries both symbolic and practical meaning. It honors women for their contribution to society while also providing access to specific state benefits.

The 2025 payment, social leave rights and early retirement option show that the title is not merely honorary. It also provides concrete support for women who meet the required conditions.

Why the measure matters

The policy comes at a time when social support systems remain important for Ukrainian families facing economic pressure and uncertainty.

For mothers raising large families, even one-time financial support can help with household expenses, education needs, health care costs and daily family responsibilities.

By expanding social and financial rights for Mother Heroine titleholders, Ukraine is seeking to strengthen recognition for family care and encourage support for parents who raise multiple children.

Final steps for applicants

Women who already hold the Mother Heroine title should check whether they have the required documents and submit their applications through the available official channels.

Those who believe they may qualify for the title should first confirm whether they meet the criteria related to the number of children, the age requirements and the conditions of upbringing.

Once the title is officially granted, eligible women can proceed with the payment application.

The measure is expected to provide both financial relief and public recognition for women who have played a major role in raising large families in Ukraine.

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