The main objective of the social program called “Solidarity Income” is to provide financial support to families who are in extremely vulnerable situations. Below, we offer you detailed information about the requirements and the process to access the benefits associated with this initiative. Since its implementation, this subsidy has been providing monthly support to numerous citizens of Colombia, especially those who do not have access to other social assistance programs. Take note!
During a press conference, Cielo Rusinque, the director of Social Prosperity, revealed details about the implementation of the Shock Plan Against Hunger, an initiative developed by the National Government. This proposal began with the distribution of a special transfer of 500,000 pesos. However, there are doubts about the continuity of this subsidy throughout 2023.
Solidarity Income: how do I know if I am a beneficiary?
- Access the website solidary income.prosperidadsocial.gov.co.
- In the upper right corner of the page, select the button that says “SIGN UP”.
- If you already have an account, enter the Digital Citizen Authentication service using your ID number. If you are not yet registered, click on “REGISTER HERE” to begin the registration process.
- Choose the option “REGISTRATION WITH IDENTITY DOCUMENT” in the “TYPE OF ACCESS” section and follow the instructions to complete the process.
- Once you have completed the registration, please return to the program page and log in by following steps 1, 2 and 3.
- When accessing the system, a window will be displayed with the details of your registered user. Verify the information and close the window.
- Click on the button that says “CHECK DRAFT AND BENEFICIARIES”.
- Finally, a new window will open with important information about your household, such as your beneficiary status and the status of your household, among other relevant details.
What will happen to the Solidarity Income in 2023?
Currently, no announcement has been made public about the introduction of a new program called Ingreso Solidario for 2023. Gustavo Petro has stated that no further financial support will be provided through this initiative this year, due to limited resources available. . However, the president has promised to explore alternative options in order to continue offering support to families.
The most recent installment of the aforementioned program took place in December of last year and no additional payments have been made since then. However, it is expected that the first disbursement of the Citizen Income will be made from next April. This new plan has been designed with the purpose of providing financial support similar to that provided by the previous subsidy.
Solidarity Income: what happens if I have pending payments?
Payments for beneficiaries number 32 and 33 of the Solidarity Income program were made in December 2022. In the event that any beneficiary has not received their corresponding payment, it is suggested that they contact the customer service channels or consult the Social Prosperity online platform for additional information.
When is it paid and how much is the 2023 Citizen Income subsidy?
As of the end of April 2023, the first payment of the program called Citizen Income began, which will be repeated every two months, covering the months of June, August, October, December, and so on. According to the administration led by Gustavo Petro, an amount of 500,000 Colombian pesos will be allocated with the purpose of offering financial aid to the families that are most in need.