A lot of attention! The Solidarity Income was conceived by the Government of Iván Duque, in Colombia, to provide financial support to families that were affected by the COVID-19 crisis, and currently benefits between 3 and 4.85 million households. However, recently, President Gustavo Petro has informed that there will be modifications in the program, and will deliver bonds of 500 thousand pesos. Take note!
Therefore, in the following paragraphs, we will explain in detail the necessary requirements to be able to access this subsidy, so that you can have all the information you need to make an informed decision and make the most of this subsidy.
How do I know if I am on the list of beneficiaries of the Bono 500 thousand pesos?
According to information provided by the Department of Social Prosperity (DPS), the people who receive this type of financial aid are mainly families, led by women, who are in situations of poverty and extreme poverty.
- Single mothers with children under 6 years of age will benefit.
- Individuals who belong to group A of Sisbén IV and who are also beneficiaries of the Solidarity Income, will be able to access this financial aid.
- Households that have not previously received any type of assistance will be considered new beneficiaries of the Solidarity Income program.
- ‘Jóvenes en Acción’ will allow mothers with daughters under the age of 6 who meet the criteria established for the program to apply and be selected to participate (space is limited to 6,500 people).
When will they give the Bonus of 500 thousand pesos in Colombia?
According to a publication on the official Social Prosperity Twitter account, those registered in the Sisbén database should be alert to the media for additional details on the next disbursement corresponding to the bond.
Check if I am a beneficiary of the Solidarity Income
- Access the website solidary income.prosperidadsocial.gov.co.
- Select the sign up button located at the top right of the page.
- Log in to the Digital Citizen Authentication service with your ID number if you are already registered or register by following the instructions provided.
- In the type of access, choose “Registration with identity document” and continue with the process.
- After registering, go back to the program page and log in by following steps 1, 2 and 3.
- Once inside the system, a window will appear with the information of your registered user. Check the data and close the window.
- Select the button “Consult drafts and beneficiaries” and a window will be displayed with information related to your household (state of the household, if you are a beneficiary, etc.).