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Find out if BPC is also intended for children; We examine the program criteria to clarify
The Continuous Benefit Payment (BPC) is a financial support of one minimum wage granted to the elderly and people with disabilities. In 2023, this amount was adjusted to R$1,320.00. However, the question arises whether it extends to children.
Considering that Brazil has almost 4 million children with disabilities, according to IBGE data, it is essential to decipher the program's prerequisites to verify whether disabled children are eligible for the benefit.
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Prerequisites for BPC for children
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Children can indeed benefit from BPC. However, there are certain specific criteria that a child must meet to be eligible for BPC. These include:
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- Disability or limiting illness: The child must have a disability of any kind that prevents him or her from participating fully and effectively in society under the same conditions as other people.
It is also possible to qualify for the benefit if the child has an illness that requires special attention from their guardians. - Family income: The per capita income of the family group cannot exceed 1/4 of the current minimum wage. It is necessary to demonstrate low family income to be eligible for the benefit. However, it is worth noting that the courts may relax the low-income requirement in certain situations.
- Registration in CadÚnico: The child and his/her family members must be registered in Cadastro Único. This registration is mandatory and must be completed before requesting the benefit.
Furthermore, it is vital to emphasize that children with mild disabilities, which cause few or no restrictions in their lives, do not meet the standards for granting the benefit. Therefore, it is crucial to demonstrate the child's inability to perform daily activities through the INSS assessment.
