The Government of Chile offers an economic aid program for mothers that encompasses a series of other programs and is of great help to the most economically disadvantaged mothers. Among these other programs is the Family Allowance for Newborns, also called Birth Bonus, which is one of the benefits that municipalities offer to all children aged 0 to 3 months.
This is a bonus belonging to the Chile Grows With You assistance system for women who have recently become mothers, that is, the economic aid program for mothers. In addition, it is possible to apply for this aid as a "beneficiary mother" at the same time as applying for the Single Family Allowance.
What are the requirements to join the Newborn Family Aid?
If you have already received a maternity subsidy, you can guarantee the continuation of payment after the birth of your child by applying for the "Newborn Family Allowance".
Said prior registration and submission of the application at the Subsidies Office within a period of less than three months, counting from the date of birth. Candidates must have received the Maternity Subsidy (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 Newborn Family Allowance?
The benefit becomes effective in the month following its processing and payment begins to be calculated from the first business day of the following month. In addition, the term varies between 45 and 60 days in relation to the first month; in subsequent months, the term changes to 30 days.
The Newborn Family Allowance 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 Newborn Family Allowance?
This category will also depend on the municipalities, as each has a different budget nationwide. However, according to the Dideco online services guide for the city of San Diego, you can receive a single payment of $41,496.
Once the application has been sent to the corresponding municipality, it is generally the responsibility of the Community Development Directorate (DIDECO) to verify eligibility. Again, the amount paid is regulated by the state according to the needs of the family.
About the Single Family Subsidy (SUF)
The Single Family Subsidy, as it is also known, consists of an economic contribution intended to be given to all disadvantaged people or families with family responsibilities in the country. Also be a member of the economic aid program for mothers.
The bonus is intended for all those belonging to the 60% most vulnerable of the 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:
- Must be the mother to receive it, or the father, in case of the mother's absence, or guardians, or persons responsible for the care of minors;
- Individuals who are responsible for people with intellectual disabilities or disabled people, regardless of their age, who live under their care;
- Pregnant women who receive or have received the Maternity Benefit.
However, the Single Family Subsidy is granted to each dependent family under the care of the beneficiary and who: Is
- under 18 years of age;
- Have an intellectual disability as referred to in Law N° 18.600, regardless of age, who do not receive the Basic Solidarity Disability Pension (PBSI) or any other type of welfare pension;
- Be in a situation of disability, with no age limit;
- Are pregnant women who receive or have received Maternity Allowance;
- Are mothers of minors who receive or have received Maternity Allowance.