The Chilean government offers a financial assistance program for mothers that encompasses several other programs and is a great help to economically disadvantaged mothers. Among these other programs is the Newborn Family Allowance, also called the Birth Bonus, which is one of the benefits that municipalities offer to all children from 0 to 3 months old.
This is a bonus from the Chile Cresce Contigo assistance program for women who have recently become mothers; it's a financial aid program for mothers. Furthermore, it's possible to apply for this benefit as a "beneficiary mother" at the same time as applying for the Single Family Allowance.
What are the requirements to join the Newborn Family Support program?
If you have already received maternity benefits, you can ensure continued payments after your child's birth by applying for the "Newborn Family Allowance".
This prior registration and submission of the application to the Grants Office is required within three months of the date of birth. Applicants must have received Maternity Benefits (proof of payment) and consider the following steps:
- It is necessary to present your child's birth certificate or minor's certificate at the municipal subsidy office;
- The child must be at least three months old at the time of application;
- The child must have been previously registered in the family social registry.
What is the term and duration of the Family Allowance for Newborns?
The benefit takes effect the month after it is processed, and payments begin on the first business day of the following month. The payment period varies between 45 and 60 days for the first month; in subsequent months, the period changes to 30 days.
The Family Allowance for Newborns for relatives of deceased persons of various kinds is valid for three years, counted from the date of acquisition, and may be extended for the same period if the conditions are met.
What is the amount paid by the Family Allowance for the Newborn?
This category will also depend on the municipality, as each one has a different budget across the country. However, according to the City of San Diego's Dideco online services guide, you can get a single delivery for $ 41,496.
Once the application has been submitted to the relevant municipality, it is generally the responsibility of the Community Development Department (DIDECO) to verify eligibility. Again, the amount paid is regulated by the state according to the family's needs.
About the Single Family Subsidy (SUF)
The Single-Family Subsidy, as it is also known, consists of a financial contribution intended to be given to all disadvantaged individuals or families with family responsibilities in the country. It also includes membership in the economic assistance program for mothers.
The bonus is intended for all those belonging to the most vulnerable 60% population, based on a percentage of the Social Registry of Households (RSH).
In addition, the Single Family Allowance grants at least $16.418 for each dependent family member and $32.836 for people with disabilities in the family group.
What are the requirements to access the Single Family Bonus?
To obtain the Single Family Allowance, it is necessary to meet the following requirements:
- It must be received by the mother, or the father in the absence of the mother, or guardians, or persons in charge of the care of the minors;
- Individuals who are responsible for people with intellectual disabilities or disabled persons, regardless of their age, who live under their care;
- Pregnant women who receive or have received Maternity Benefits.
However, the Single Family Subsidy is granted to each dependent family under the beneficiary's care who: Is
- under 18 years of age;
- Having an intellectual disability as defined in Law No. 18,600, regardless of age, who do not receive the Basic Solidarity Disability Pension (PBSI) or any other type of welfare pension;
- Being in a situation of disability, without age limit;
- These are pregnant women who receive or have received Maternity Allowance;
- Being mothers of minors who receive or have received Maternity Allowance.