Alternatively, you must have 39 PRSI payments in a ‘contribution year,’ 13 of which are paid in at least one of the last two contribution years or current tax year. Description Weekly Amount Full Payment €203 Additional Payment for Qualified Adult €147 Additional Payment for Qualified Child Aged 11 or under Full Rate: €36 – Half Rate: €18 Additional Payment for Qualified Child Aged 12+ Full Rate: €40 – Half Rate: €20 Description Weekly Amount Aged 25+ €203 Aged 18-24 €112.70 Additional Payment for Qualified Adult €147 Additional Payment for Qualified Adult (Aged 18-24) €12.70 Additional Payment for Qualified Child Aged 11 or under Full Rate: €36 – Half Rate: €18 Additional Payment for Qualified Child Aged 12+ Full Rate: €40 – Half Rate: €20