Payments for Mexico's Pensión Bienestar program have officially begun, marking the second deposit of 2025 for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and single mothers. On Monday, March 3, 2025, during the "Mañanera del Pueblo," the official payment schedule for the March-April period was announced. Ariadna Montiel Reyes, head of the Secretaría de Bienestar, detailed the distribution plan, particularly for the states of Durango and Veracruz.
For 2025, the Pensión Bienestar amounts are set as follows: seniors are receiving $6,200 pesos, individuals with disabilities will get $3,200 pesos, and mothers working with children will receive between $830 and $3,600 pesos, depending on family circumstances. Women aged 63-64 will receive $3,000 pesos under the newly introduced Pensión Mujeres Bienestar, with the programa Sembrando Vida reflecting payments of $6,450 pesos.
Today, Thursday, March 6, 2025, marks the fourth day of the Pensión Bienestar payment rollout. Notably, payments are systematically disbursed based on the first letter of the beneficiary's last name. Specifically, those whose surnames begin with the letter 'C' will receive their payments today. The complete payment window for this bimonthly distribution will last until Thursday, March 27, 2025.
"El pago aumentó a 6 mil 200 pesos, un 3% en comparación al 2024, tomando la cifra de inflación al cierre de cada año," stated Ariadna Montiel Reyes. This adjustment signifies the government's acknowledgment of inflation-related changes and its commitment to supporting its citizens through social programs. With close to 15 million people set to receive these payments, the Pensión Bienestar continues to be one of the cornerstones of Mexico’s social safety net.
How the payments are disbursed is important: funds will be deposited directly to the beneficiaries' Banco de Bienestar cards. On March 4, beneficiaries with last names starting with 'B' received their payments, followed by those with 'C' today. Tomorrow, those with last names starting with 'D,' 'E,' and 'F' will secure their funds. The payment schedule is effective from March 3 through March 27, adhering to this specified rollout.
For beneficiaries receiving payments today who reside primarily in Durango and Veracruz, there's additional financial support on the horizon. Due to the electoral processes occurring in those states, eligible individuals will receive an advance payment of $12,400 pesos, which covers two bimonthly periods: March-April and May-June. This allows seniors and disabled citizens to cushion their finances amid potential economic uncertainties tied to upcoming elections.
To facilitate access to their payments, beneficiaries can check their balances at ATM machines of Banco de Bienestar, or utilize the official mobile app. There are multiple options for maintaining awareness of deposit status; beneficiaries can also reach out to customer support via the bank’s official helpline or access their account through the Secretaría de Bienestar’s website.
The Pensión Bienestar program is projected to touch the lives of over 15.2 million individuals nationwide, accounting for significant social investments—approximately 87,068.9 million pesos. This demonstrates the Mexican government's focused efforts to provide timely support to its vulnerable population segments.
For anyone feeling uncertain or desiring clarity about the Pensión Bienestar, they can contact the Secretaría de Bienestar directly or check their online assistance services for detailed guidance. The continued commitment of the government to prompt and effective support mechanisms emphasizes its dedication to improving the living conditions of its senior citizens and other affected demographics.
Monthly, deposit schedules will continue to be adhered to from March 3 through March 27, with deposits tied to the last names of beneficiaries—adjustments made according to the alphabetical structure are ensuring systematic and fair distributions. It's advised for recipients to regularly check their accounts, staying updated on their financial support as it arrives.