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Galicia Boosts Back-to-School Relief With 25% Aid Increase and New €105 Tax Deduction

Families now face average bills above €500 per pupil in the region.

El concejal Roán Rodríguez en la librería Clip de Pntevedra
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Overview

  • The Xunta says this year’s package surpasses €100 million and will reach about 100,000 students.
  • A targeted deduction of up to €105 can be claimed on 2026 tax returns by households with €10,000–€30,000 per member, requiring invoices dated from July 1 and capped at roughly 60,000 families.
  • The government is maintaining a 99% university tuition discount for Galician students.
  • Merchants report textbook prices up roughly 10–15% this year, with about €250 per student going to books.
  • Demand for second-hand school goods has surged, with platforms citing a 111% jump in interest and textbooks making up 44% of searches, while many retailers add discounts and flexible payment options.