Chilean public sector employees are set to receive a vacation bonus at the start of the year, providing a financial boost during a traditionally expensive time for families. The economic support aims to help with increased spending associated with rest and vacations.
The benefit amounts for this year have been adjusted following annual sector negotiations, with payments varying based on each worker’s net income.
Vacation Bonus Amounts for 2026
According to information released by the Directorate of Budget (Dipres), public sector workers will receive the vacation bonus according to the following tiers:
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$112.915 will be paid to those with a net income as of November 2025 equal to or less than $1.060.493.
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$56.457 will be distributed to workers earning a net income in November 2025 exceeding $1.060.493 but not surpassing $3.511.800.
This benefit is a one-time payment designed to protect the purchasing power of state employees against economic fluctuations.
Who is Eligible for the State Benefit?
Dipres clarified that the vacation bonus is intended for employees working in various public sector entities. This includes centralized and decentralized state institutions, state universities, the Judiciary, the National Congress, the Comptroller General of the Republic, early childhood education facilities funded by JUNJI, municipalities, and Public Education Local Services, among other organizations.
