The Pensión del Bienestar has gradually positioned itself as one of the most important supports for elderly individuals in Mexico who lack income to meet their daily needs. This program has been crucial in helping combat the social inequality faced by older adults simply due to aging. In a bid to continue providing support, authorities have tentatively set the deposit dates for the May-June bimonthly payment at Friday, May 2, 2025, concluding on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. However, these dates are still subject to confirmation by the Secretaría del Bienestar, meaning they could change without prior notice.
Beneficiaries of the Pensión del Bienestar can withdraw their money from ATMs, at Banco del Bienestar windows, or use their cards at establishments that accept electronic payments. The economic support provided by this pension has seen a significant increase in recent years, rising from 1,160 pesos bimonthly in 2018 to 6,200 pesos in 2025. This increase reflects the government's commitment to the welfare of older adults.
The tentative deposit schedule for the May-June payments is organized by the first letter of the beneficiary's last name. The schedule is as follows: A on Friday, May 2; B on Monday, May 5; C on Tuesday, May 6, and Wednesday, May 7; D, E, F on Thursday, May 8; G on Friday, May 9, and Monday, May 12; H, I, J, K on Tuesday, May 13; L on Wednesday, May 14; M on Thursday, May 15, and Friday, May 16; N, Ñ, O on Monday, May 19; P, Q on Tuesday, May 20; R on Wednesday, May 21, and Thursday, May 22; S on Friday, May 23; T, U, V on Monday, May 26; and W, X, Y, Z on Tuesday, May 27.
However, in May 2025, the authorities will suspend the Pensión para el Bienestar payments for a significant number of elderly beneficiaries. This suspension has raised concerns among those affected and their families, given the financial importance of this monthly support.
The Secretaría del Bienestar has clarified that the suspension of payments is not universal; it affects a specific group of beneficiaries who find themselves in certain situations. These include individuals who did not update their personal or banking information within the established deadlines, those who failed to collect their Banco del Bienestar card on time, or those with detected duplications or inconsistencies in their documentation. Additionally, beneficiaries who have recently passed away and whose status has not been updated in the system also fall into this category.
This temporary suspension means that payments will be withheld until beneficiaries rectify their situations at the nearest Bienestar modules, presenting the required documentation to avoid future delays. The government aims to ensure that resources are allocated only to those who meet the program's requirements and truly need this financial assistance. The bimonthly pension of 6,200 pesos is vital for millions of individuals aged 65 and older, but maintaining an updated registry is essential to prevent duplicated payments, administrative errors, and to ensure the program's transparency.
Authorities have reassured that the pension is not lost; it is merely retained until administrative conditions are satisfied. Those who have been definitively removed from the program will need to initiate a new registration process to receive support again. For questions or to verify payment status, elderly individuals or their family members can call the Línea del Bienestar at 800 639 42 64, where personalized assistance is provided. They can also check their payment status on the official program website or at the modules distributed across the country.
In addition to the Pensión del Bienestar for older adults, the Pensión para el Bienestar de las Personas con Discapacidad, which provides 3,200 pesos, will also see its third payment of 2025 deposited in May. Beneficiaries of this disability pension should look for their Banco del Bienestar card, as payments are made every two months directly into their accounts.
The order of deposits for this pension is also determined by the first letter of the beneficiary's last name. The possible deposit dates for May are as follows: A on Friday, May 2; B on Monday, May 5; C on Tuesday, May 6, and Wednesday, May 7; D, E, F on Thursday, May 8; G on Friday, May 9, and Monday, May 12; H, I, J, K on Tuesday, May 13; L on Wednesday, May 14; M on Thursday, May 15, and Friday, May 16; N, Ñ, O on Monday, May 19; P, Q on Tuesday, May 20; R on Wednesday, May 21, and Thursday, May 22; S on Friday, May 23; T, U, V on Monday, May 26; and W, X, Y, Z on Tuesday, May 27.
It is important to note that these dates may be subject to change once the Secretaría del Bienestar publishes the official payment calendar for the third bimonthly payment of 2025 for the Pensión para el Bienestar de las Personas con Discapacidad and the other two pensions. Sometimes, Saturdays are included as payment days. Beneficiaries do not need to withdraw their money on the exact day of payment, as it will be available and secure from the deposit date. Additionally, the card can be used for purchases at businesses with electronic payment terminals.
In conclusion, the Pensión del Bienestar remains a vital lifeline for Mexico's elderly population, providing essential financial support that has increased significantly in recent years. However, the upcoming payment suspensions highlight the importance of keeping personal information updated to ensure continued access to these crucial funds.
