VITóRIA DA CONQUISTA, BA — When Carnaval ends, many Brazilians will find financial relief as numerous payments are set to flow through Caixa Tem. The Caixa Econômica Federal has announced confirmed payment dates for various benefits totaling up to R$ 1,518, aimed at helping citizens across the nation.
With February drawing to a close and Carnaval approaching, certain benefits are already scheduled for distribution. For workers benefitting from the PIS/PASEP program, payments commenced on February 17, with subsequent deposits scheduled post-Carnaval. The detailed calendar for those eligible is as follows:
- For individuals born in January, payments began on February 17.
- February-born individuals will receive theirs starting on March 17.
- People born in March and April should expect their deposits on April 15.
- May and June births will see payments on May 15.
- Individuals born in July and August can expect payment on June 16.
- Those born in September and October will receive funds on July 15.
- For November and December birthdays, payments will start on August 15.
Meanwhile, the INSS has also mapped out its payment schedule for pensions and other benefits. Payments will begin on February 24, but will be temporarily on hold during Carnaval, resuming post-holiday. Here’s how the INSS payments will roll out:
- The last digits of the identification card numbers define the payment dates:
- 1: February 24
- 2: February 25
- 3: February 26
- 4: February 27
- 5: February 28
- 6: March 6
- 7: March 7
- 8: March 10
- 9: March 11
- 0: March 12
Laura Alvarenga from FDR highlighted the importance of staying updated on these schedules. A steady distribution of government funds ensures families can make ends meet, particularly as they prepare for expenses associated with Carnaval.
Also making headlines today is the release of the latest installment of Bolsa Família, set for disbursement on February 21, for beneficiaries with the NIS ending in 5. The precise amounts include the base financial aid of R$ 600, supplemented by R$ 150 for each child under six years, and R$ 50 for every family member aged seven to 18 and for expectant mothers.
The funds disbursed from Bolsa Família can be accessed through various channels. Beneficiaries can conveniently withdraw funds from ATMs, bank branches, or authorized lottery outlets within 120 days of release or opt to move their funds virtually through the Caixa Tem application. The comprehensive payment schedule for Bolsa Família is detailed as follows:
- NIS final 1: February 17
- NIS final 2: February 18
- NIS final 3: February 19
- NIS final 4: February 20
- NIS final 5: February 21
- NIS final 6: February 24
- NIS final 7: February 25
- NIS final 8: February 26
- NIS final 9: February 27
- NIS final 0: February 28
Bolsa Família aims to assist families living below the poverty line, defined for eligibility by per capita income of R$ 218 or less. The program remains effective for 24 months without interruption, even if income standards change. Families must be enrolled through the Cadastro Único (CadÚnico) and meet conditions related to health and education, such as maintaining school attendance and up-to-date vaccinations.
This coordinated financial support signifies the government's continuous efforts to aid those most vulnerable as they prepare for and recover from the festive season of Carnaval. The ability to manage funds digitally with the Caixa Tem app also presents modern solutions for recipients to access their assistance seamlessly and effectively.