The European non-means-tested social protection benefits have shown notable variation across countries. In 2023, Greece led with the highest share, followed by Switzerland and the Netherlands. Countries like Ireland and Spain displayed lower reliance on this model compared to their northern counterparts. Central and Eastern European nations such as Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia reported the smallest shares. Trends over the past five years suggest stability with minor fluctuations in overall contributions to these benefits.
Future trends to watch include potential policy shifts in response to economic changes and demographic shifts, particularly in nations with aging populations, which may impact contribution levels and benefit allocations.
Top countries in Non Means-Tested Social Protection Benefits Subject to Social Contributions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 71.45 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Switzerland | 63.48 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 62.84 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 61.68 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 58.83 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 57.92 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 57.53 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 54.21 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 46.46 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 43.68 | 2023 | View data |
