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In this article, you will understand the new rules and the amount of Bolsa Família 2023; calculate the exact amount of your benefit using our calculator.
The program Bolsa Família, recognized for its significant contribution to combating poverty and inequality in Brazil, kept its original name in 2023 after being temporarily changed to Auxílio Brasil in the previous two years.
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Payment of the new Bolsa Família began on March 20, 2023, as reported by Caixa Econômica Federal. The specific payment date for each beneficiary can be found in the program's official calendar, which is regularly updated and available for consultation.
Bolsa Família amount in 2023
In 2023, Bolsa Família maintained its commitment to providing financial support to Brazilian families in vulnerable situations. The amount paid by the program is R$ 600 per family, with rules for additional amounts:
- For families with children up to six years old: an additional payment of R$ 150 per child;
- Additional payment of R$ 50 for each family member between 7 and 18 years of age who has not yet turned 18;
- Additional payment of R$ 50 for each pregnant woman in the family.
These additional amounts are intended to help families with young children meet their basic needs.
To make your calculations easier, use our Bolsa Família 2023 amount calculator.
Investment in the Bolsa Família Program
The federal government's total investment in the Bolsa Família program in March 2023 was R$ 14 billion, demonstrating its importance as a tool to combat poverty and inequality.
Compared to 2003, the year the program began, the Bolsa Família benefit amount saw a significant increase, reflecting the government's commitment to helping families in vulnerable situations.
Bolsa Família is undoubtedly a fundamental program in Brazilian social policy, playing a crucial role in improving the quality of life of millions of families throughout the country.
