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Do you want to understand how Bolsa Família calculates per capita income? In this article, we will unravel this mystery so that you can fully understand this calculation and determine whether your family qualifies for the benefit. Let's get started!
How does Bolsa Família determine per capita income?
The process of calculating per capita income for Bolsa Família is not complicated. But before starting, gather your family together to list all sources of money, whether formal or informal.
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Do not overlook any source of income, regardless of its amount. This is crucial because, when registering for Bolsa Família, government systems check the financial information of all family members.
If you omit any income when registering, the system may identify this discrepancy and your family may lose the benefit. Therefore, being transparent is vital, as detailed checks may detect these amounts.
With all the financial information at hand, let's see how to calculate per capita income:
- First, add up all the income. Make sure that the addition reflects the total gross amount;
- Add up the amount obtained, then divide it by the number of people in your household, including everyone: children, teenagers, elderly people, and those without employment or income;
- The result of this division will represent your family's per capita income.
For illustration: let's suppose a family of 4 people, with two employed members earning R$ 1500 each. The sum of their earnings is R$ 3 thousand. Dividing this amount by 4, we arrive at a per capita income of R$ 750.
What is the per capita income limit to qualify for the Benefit?
Now that you understand how it is calculated, it is crucial to know the per capita income limit for participating in Bolsa Família. This way, in addition to determining your family income, you will know whether you are entitled to the benefit.
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At the moment, the per capita income ceiling for entering Bolsa Família is R$ 218. Therefore, our previous example would not qualify for the program.
However, if your family's per capita income is below R$ 218, there is a chance that you may be eligible. To confirm, simply go to CRAS with the documentation of all family members and register.
