Key data
| Regulation | Royal Decree 492/2026, of June 17 |
|---|---|
| Modified regulation | Royal Decree 668/2025, of July 22 |
| Publication | June 18, 2026 |
| Entry into force | June 18, 2026 |
| Direct stakeholders | Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP) and 20,891 active ATENPRO service users |
| Category | Grants and Subsidies |
| Additional amount | €5,889,000 |
| Total subsidy amount | €15,589,000 |
| Extension of deadline | 10 additional months |
The direct subsidy to the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP) for the ATENPRO service is increased by an additional €5,889,000, according to Royal Decree 492/2026, published on June 18, 2026. The total subsidy amount now reaches €15,589,000. The reason: the transition to the new ATENPRO 2.0 system requires both platforms to coexist for at least eleven months to ensure no user loses coverage.
This decree modifies Royal Decree 668/2025, of July 22, which regulated the original subsidy grant. The change is significant: with more than 20,891 active users and more than 1,100 new registrations each month, any service interruption would have direct consequences on the safety of victims of violence against women.
What does this regulation establish?
Royal Decree 492/2026 introduces three specific modifications to the subsidy regulated in Royal Decree 668/2025:
| Aspect | Before (RD 668/2025) | After (RD 492/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum subsidy amount | €9,700,000 (base amount) | €15,589,000 (+€5,889,000) |
| Execution deadline | Original deadline | Extended by 10 additional months |
| Eligible activities | Provision of ATENPRO service | Coordination of the transition between ATENPRO and ATENPRO 2.0 is added |
The new ATENPRO 2.0 system incorporates improved technological devices and a new management application. The transition cannot be done immediately given the volume of users, so both systems must operate in parallel for at least eleven months. The new eligible activity covers precisely the coordination costs of that coexistence.
Economic and operational impact
The increase of €5,889,000 represents an increase of 60.7% over the €9,700,000 base subsidy approved in July 2025. This additional amount has three clear operational destinations:
- Maintenance of the current ATENPRO service during the transition period (10 additional months).
- Progressive deployment of ATENPRO 2.0, with new devices and management application.
- Coordination of the transition between both systems, a new eligible activity introduced by this decree.
From an operational perspective, FEMP must simultaneously manage two different technological systems, ensuring service continuity for the 20,891 active users and absorbing more than 1,100 new monthly registrations without interruptions or loss of coverage.
Who does it affect?
- Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP): direct beneficiary of the subsidy and responsible for the management and execution of the ATENPRO service throughout the national territory.
- Local entities and municipalities that collaborate in the provision of the ATENPRO service through FEMP.
- 20,891 active users of the ATENPRO service: victims of violence against women who depend on the device for their safety.
- New users: more than 1,100 monthly registrations that will be added to the service during the transition period.
- Technology providers involved in the development and deployment of ATENPRO 2.0 (devices and management application).
Practical example
Imagine you are a coordination manager at FEMP and you manage the transition to the new system. With the previous decree (RD 668/2025), the available budget was €9,700,000 and the execution deadline was limited to the original period.
With the new Royal Decree 492/2026, you have €15,589,000 and 10 additional months to execute the project. This allows you to:
- Keep the 20,891 current ATENPRO devices active without interruptions while ATENPRO 2.0 is deployed.
- Manage the more than 1,100 new monthly registrations that occur during the transition, assigning them to the new system.
- Charge to the subsidy the costs of coordination between both systems, which were not previously considered as an eligible activity.
Without this increase, FEMP would have had to assume the costs of the coexistence period with its own funds or, in the worst scenario, interrupt the service for some users during the platform change.
What should entities do now?
- FEMP: Review the subsidy execution plan to incorporate the 10 additional months and the new maximum amount of €15,589,000.
- FEMP: Include in the subsidy justification the activities for coordinating the transition between ATENPRO and ATENPRO 2.0, now expressly eligible.
- Collaborating local entities: Update operational protocols to manage the coexistence of both systems during the transition period (minimum 11 months).
- Management managers: Plan the progressive migration of the 20,891 active users to the new ATENPRO 2.0 system, prioritizing service continuity.
- Technology providers: Ensure that the new ATENPRO 2.0 devices and management application are operational to absorb more than 1,100 new monthly registrations during the transition.
Frequently asked questions
How much additional money does Royal Decree 492/2026 provide to the ATENPRO subsidy?
Royal Decree 492/2026 increases the subsidy by €5,889,000, bringing the total amount of the direct subsidy to FEMP to €15,589,000. This represents an increase of 60.7% compared to the base amount approved in Royal Decree 668/2025.
Why is the ATENPRO subsidy execution deadline extended?
The extension of 10 additional months responds to the need for the current ATENPRO system and the new ATENPRO 2.0 to coexist for at least 11 months. This is essential given the volume of 20,891 active users and more than 1,100 new monthly registrations, which make an immediate migration unfeasible without risk of service interruption.
What is ATENPRO 2.0 and how does it differ from the current system?
ATENPRO 2.0 is the new version of the mobile telecare service for victims of violence against women. It incorporates improved technological devices and a new management application. The current system will continue to operate during the transition period to ensure service continuity for already registered users.
What new eligible activity does Royal Decree 492/2026 introduce?
The decree expressly introduces as an eligible activity the coordination of the transition between the current ATENPRO service and the new ATENPRO 2.0. This activity was not contemplated in Royal Decree 668/2025 and covers the operational costs of managing the coexistence of both systems during the migration period.
Who is the beneficiary of the ATENPRO subsidy and when does the increase take effect?
The direct beneficiary is the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces (FEMP), which manages the ATENPRO service throughout the national territory. The increase took effect on June 18, 2026, the date of publication of Royal Decree 492/2026 in the BOE.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-13204