Coming in 2027: the Value Card with culture bonus based on graduation grade

The Budget Law 2026 introduces the 'Carta Valore', which from 2027 will replace the current 'Carta Cultura Giovani' and 'Carta del Merito', offering a bonus based on graduation grades, up to an estimated EUR 500, for books, entertainment and culture.

For 2026, two separate bonuses remain active for those born in 2007: 500 euro with Isee under 35,000 euro and 500 for grade 100. The recipients of the 'Value Card' are graduates with top marks (100 or 100 cum laude) in secondary schools, starting from the school year 2025/2026. The final value will be established annually by decree, with a total allocation of 180 million euro. The acquisition must take place in the year following graduation, by the age of 19. Culture Bonus 2026 (Born in 2007).

Until the Value Card comes into full force, transitional regulations apply: Carta della Cultura Giovani (EUR 500): for those who turn 18 in 2025 (born in 2007) with a family Isee not exceeding EUR 35,000. Merit Card (500 euros): for those who obtain a grade of 100 or 100 cum laude at the 2025 baccalaureate, cumulative with the first one.