One of the most popular social programs in the Peru is without a doubt the Pension 65, whose mission is to benefit older adults who are in a situation of poverty and vulnerability. For this reason and to help this group of people learn more about banking, the Government has decided to start making payments through a debit card. To learn more about it, Depor has prepared a note with information on the subject.
What are the requirements to enter Pensión 65?
- Be 65 years or older
- have ID
- Being in a condition of extreme poverty, according to the socioeconomic classification (CSE) granted by the Household Targeting System (SISFOH).
- Not receive a pension from the public or private sphere, including those granted through EsSalud.
- Complete Form 1000.
How do you know if you are a beneficiary of Pension 65?
In order to check if you are a beneficiary of the Pensión 65 program, you must access the online service at the following link: https://movil.pension65.gob.pe/wconsulta_ciudadano.php. Now, enter your ID number and the four digits that will be displayed on the screen. Ready!
You can also access your information about Pensión 65 by calling the central telephone line, at (01) 705-2900 or number 942962116, through calls or WhatsApp).
Which regions will initially receive the Pension 65 debit card?
Ayacucho, Puno, Ucayali and Loreto will be the first places where the pension will be delivered under this modality. This year it is expected that more than 40,000 plastic cards will be delivered, but by 2024 the distribution is expected to be more intense so that more people can benefit.
What is the Pension 65 debit card?
This system involves the delivery of a debit card that belongs to the Banco de la Nación and whose purpose is to avoid long lines or go to bank agencies to have the money in the comfort of your home and available to the interested party at the time. that you like
“What we seek is to promote financial inclusion by bringing the adults and older adults of Pensión 65 closer to various products and services offered by financial institutions,” the executive director of this social program, Julio Mendigure Fernández, told the Andina agency.
“With the massive delivery of these cards, they will be able to charge at 13,244 correspondent agents of Banco de la Nación, whether it is a business, a municipal agent or an agent within a financial institution. All this work will also contribute to the revitalization of the local economy”, added.