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Payment of the gas assistance benefit will be initiated by Caixa Econômica Federal next Monday (19). Therefore, the last days to apply for the program and guarantee receipt of this bimonthly voucher are coming to an end!
The purpose of this Federal Government benefit is to assist low-income families with the costs of gas cylinders of up to 13 kg. Payment is made every two months, in even-numbered months, and has an average value of R$120.00 – according to the national average.
Thus, through the gas assistance benefit, a better standard of living is provided for families, in addition to preventing them from being exposed to situations that could put their own lives and those of their family members at risk – such as using bonfires or other forms of fire.
Who can receive this assistance in June?
The gas assistance benefit is available to families registered with the Single Registry (CadÚnico) who are part of Bolsa Família. Currently, more than 6 million families receive the amount deposited by Caixa.
In addition, it is necessary:
- Have a per capita family income of up to half the minimum wage;
- Have a total family income of up to 3 minimum wages.
Families in which a member receives the Continuous Cash Benefit (BPC/Loas) are also eligible.
What is required to apply for and receive the gas allowance?
If you meet any of the characteristics and requirements mentioned above, you need to go to the nearest Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) in your city. There, you will need to register with the Cadastro Único if you are not already registered. To do so, you will need to:
- Answer the registration questions – this must be a family member who lives in the household and is over 16 years old;
- Provide the CPF or Voter Registration Card of the family representative;
It is important to emphasize that different documents may be requested for Indigenous or Quilombola families.
