The Pensión para el Bienestar program is one of the pivotal social initiatives launched by the Government of Mexico, aimed at enriching the lives of senior citizens. Designed to assure financial support for aging individuals, it provides bimonthly economic assistance of 6,200 pesos starting from 2025. Many beneficiaries are eagerly awaiting the next payment date, which is set to be distributed throughout March 2025.
Following the official guidelines from the Secretaría del Bienestar, the upcoming payment corresponds to the bimonthly period of March-April and will be rolling out according to the first letter of the beneficiaries’ paternal last names. Here is the tentative payment schedule:
- A: Monday, March 3
- B: Tuesday, March 4
- C: Wednesday, March 5
- C: Thursday, March 6
- D, E, F: Friday, March 7
- G: Saturday, March 8
- G: Monday, March 10
- H, I, J, K: Tuesday, March 11
- L: Wednesday, March 12
- M: Thursday, March 13
- M: Friday, March 14
- N, Ñ, O: Saturday, March 15
- P, Q: Tuesday, March 18
- R: Wednesday, March 19
- R: Thursday, March 20
- S: Friday, March 21
- T, U, V: Saturday, March 22
- W, X, Y, Z: Monday, March 24
Although speculation surrounds the possibility of double payments for March 2025, the Secretaría del Bienestar has not yet confirmed these rumors. Historically, during election seasons, the government has expedited payments to prevent confusion during the electoral process. Reports suggest potential double payments for senior citizens residing in Durango and Veracruz, counties where elections will take place, bringing the total to 12,400 pesos covering two bimonthly periods (March-April and May-June).
Payments made through the Pensión para el Bienestar are directly deposited onto the beneficiaries’ Tarjeta Bienestar, eliminating intermediaries. Beneficiaries have options to check their remaining balance through the mobile app of Banco del Bienestar, via ATMs, or by calling the official helpline. To verify if deposits have gone through, they can use the following methods:
- Via phone: Call the helpline at 800 900 2000, where they'll need to provide their card's last digits to obtain balance information.
- At Banco del Bienestar ATMs: Insert the card and select the option for balance inquiry.
- Through the Bank's mobile application: Available for both Android and iOS, it allows checking transactions and current balance conveniently.
Starting from 2025, the program Salud Casa por Casa will also provide at-home medical visits for seniors and disabled individuals, ensuring their health assessments occur regularly. This new initiative aims to complement the financial support provided by the Pensión and marks the government’s commitment to safeguarding the health and welfare of vulnerable populations.
Looking ahead, it is imperative for beneficiaries to stay updated on official communications from the Secretaría del Bienestar to prevent falling prey to fraud attempts, especially as scams concerning fake investment schemes targeting retirees have emerged, leveraging manipulated videos of officials as part of their deceit.
With the next deposit expected soon, beneficiaries can anticipate receiving their funds directly to the most suitable bank, and potentially those residing in Durango and Veracruz may see double deposits to help them navigate through the electoral restrictions. Being educated and vigilant about official announcements fosters both financial security and peace of mind for the elderly community across Mexico.