The VAT refund is a subsidy provided by the Colombian Government And it consists of lower-income families receiving resources that alleviate the impact of the tax on the consumption of products and services by the most vulnerable people. This economic benefit is delivered by the Department for Social Prosperity (DPS) and in this note we will let you know how to check if you are a beneficiary, as well as the next payment dates and more information you need to know.
Remember that the subsidies in Colombia are not directed to all the people who live in the country, but only to those who need it most. For this reason, the Government uses mechanisms such as the System for the Identification of Potential Beneficiaries of Social Programs (Sisbén) to be able to identify the vulnerability status of any candidate. Below, we will provide you with all the details on this topic.
When do they pay the VAT Refund in Colombia?
The Government of Colombia has not yet announced the new payment dates for the VAT Refund in 2023. However, Prosperidad Social indicated through its social networks that new details on the delivery of the economic benefit will soon be given. The same ones that have not yet been confirmed, but that will soon come to light.
Last Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the transfer of $80,000 was available to participating households of cycle 12 and the accumulated cycles 10 and 11 of 2022. The delivery was made until January 10, 2023.
How do I know if I am a beneficiary of a VAT Refund?
One of the essential requirements to receive the VAT Refund money is to be registered in the Sisbén because through this tool the Government can identify the most vulnerable families.
To validate if you are one of the beneficiaries of this program, you can do so by entering your ID number here in the option, check here if you are a beneficiary. You can also contact 01-8000-95-1100, nationwide.
Keep in mind that when you enter the website and want to find all the information you need to find out whether or not you are part of the VAT Refund, you must update your data in advance in Sisbén IV.
How to collect the VAT Refund?
Participating households will receive a text message announcing the availability of the transfer at SuperGIROS payment points and its network of allies, which are throughout the territory. The beneficiary households will be paid the ordinary amount corresponding to the cycle.
Areas with more scheduled VAT Refund payments
- Bolívar (171,068 beneficiaries)
- Cordoba (169,237)
- Antioquia (167,369)
- Narino (130,635)
- Cauca (104,732)
- Cupcake (100,742)