THE Family Allowance represents the main income distribution program of the Federal Government. It aims to eradicate poverty and reduce social disparities in Brazil. Thus, the government distributes the benefit monthly to families living in unfavorable socioeconomic conditions, following criteria defined by the Ministry of Citizenship.
However, many people question whether they can benefit from Bolsa Família, including single men without dependents. Can they access this financial support?
Next, explore the Bolsa Família regulations and find out if single men without dependents qualify.
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Criteria for access to Bolsa Família
First, it is crucial to understand the requirements to benefit from Bolsa Família. Only those who comply with all regulations are entitled to monthly payments.
One of the main rules is to be classified as being in poverty or extreme poverty. Therefore, the monthly income per person in the family cannot exceed R$1,400,000. In other words, adding up the income of everyone in the household and dividing it by the number of residents, the amount cannot exceed this limit.
Additionally, it is mandatory to have registration on CadÚnico (Federal Government Single Registry for Social Benefits), a platform that concentrates data on low-income families in Brazil.
To register, the head of the family must go to the nearest CRAS (Social Assistance and Reference Center), taking their documents and those of all members of the household.
Maintenance conditions
Once enrolled in the Bolsa Família program, it is essential to observe other regulations. The so-called conditionalities are responsibilities in health and education that beneficiaries must respect. Let's see:
- The CadÚnico must be updated whenever there are changes in family information, such as changes in income or family composition. In addition, regardless of changes, the registration must be renewed every two years;
- It is mandatory to keep the vaccination record of children, adolescents and pregnant women up to date;
- Children between 4 and 5 years old must attend school for at least 60% of school days;
- From the age of 6, this frequency rises to 75%;
- Pregnant women must undergo prenatal care;
- Women and children up to 7 years old need regular nutritional monitoring.
And single men, can they benefit from Bolsa Família?
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In fact, single men can benefit from Bolsa Família if they meet all the criteria, regardless of whether they have dependents. See the steps for registration:
- First, go to CRAS taking personal documents, such as identity card, CPF, proof of residence and income, as well as the documents of other residents;
- Then, complete your registration with CadÚnico, correctly entering your personal information, your family information and financial situation;
- Then, wait for the Ministry of Citizenship's evaluation and subsequent selection of the program;
- If you are selected, you will receive a Family Grant Card via post or pick it up at the nearest Caixa Econômica Federal;
- Done! Now you can withdraw the benefit monthly, according to the Benefit Calendar, which considers the last digit of your NIS (Social Identification Number).
