Is it possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time? 

Knowing whether it is possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time is very important for those who receive social benefits.

This is because it is popularly believed that receiving a social benefit prevents the application of others, but is this true?

To answer this question, it is important to understand the BPC and Bolsa Família programs in detail so that we are aware of the rules.

And the good news is that today's material was produced with exactly this purpose in mind.

That said, to clear up any doubts you may have on this topic, don't miss the following content! 

What is BPC? Is it possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time?

Before we talk about whether it is possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time, it is essential that we understand how these benefits work.

We will start by talking about BPC, which is popularly known as a retirement granted to seniors over 65 years of age who have not contributed to the INSS.

But, it is worth saying that this concept is not correct, starting with the fact that the BPC is not a retirement, but rather a Continuous Progression Benefit, granted through the LOAS (Organic Law of Social Assistance).

BPC is offered to Brazilian citizens who demonstrate a need for financial assistance for a long period, associated with a low-income situation.

This criterion includes elderly people over 65 years of age who have low income and have not met the minimum social security contribution.

Furthermore, people with disabilities or special needs who are unable to carry out work activities for a minimum period of 2 (two) years are also entitled, if they have a low income.

The BPC offers beneficiaries the payment of 1 (one) monthly minimum wage, for an indefinite period, or while the situation of economic vulnerability persists.

What is most important for us to understand at this point is that the BPC It is only paid to those who prove low income.

Currently, there is no defined minimum income, but it is worth mentioning that family income is considered in the calculation, which will be assessed individually by a social worker.

What is Bolsa Família and how does it work?

In the previous topic, we gave a brief explanation about the BPC, so we only need to explain about the Bolsa Família before answering our central question.

Bolsa Família is a social program of the Federal Government that aims to guarantee a minimum income to families that find themselves in a situation of financial vulnerability.

Thus, upon being approved in the Family Allowance, the citizen begins to receive a monthly amount, which currently corresponds to R$ 600.00 per family.

In addition to the minimum amount, families still have the chance to receive R$ 150.00 per child up to 6 years old, R$ 50.00 per child aged 7 to 11, and R$ 50.00 per pregnant woman in the family group.

To be eligible for payment, the head of the family group (preferably a woman) must register with CadÚnico, including the details of all family members.

If the registration is approved, the benefit will be granted, and in order for it to be maintained, it is necessary to re-register every 2 (two) years.

It is worth mentioning that Bolsa Família is a temporary benefit, with payments interrupted if the family leaves the situation of financial vulnerability and begins to have the minimum income to live with dignity.

But is it possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time? We'll find out below!

Is it possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time?

And finally, we come to our central question: after all, is it possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time?

For a certain period, the answer to this question was negative, since receiving one benefit prevented the request for others in the same category.

However, this has now changed, meaning that it is now possible to receive both benefits at the same time.

The reason for this is because both benefits have a basic criterion for application, which is low-income status.

Therefore, if you receive BPC, but still remain in a low-income situation, it is perfectly possible to apply for Bolsa Família.

And the opposite situation also occurs.

Therefore, as long as you meet the criteria for applying for both benefits, there are no impediments.

This is because the simple fact of already receiving a social benefit does not prevent you from requesting others.

The only thing that cannot happen is that the receipt of these benefits exceeds the minimum income criteria.

So, as long as your income remains at the minimum amount for both benefits, you can continue receiving both.

Is it possible to lose the right to benefits?

By now you understand that It is possible to receive BPC and Bolsa Família at the same time.

But, as we have already seen, this possibility only exists as long as the income criteria are being met.

This raises an important question: after all, is it possible to lose the right to benefits?

Regarding Bolsa Família, we are already accustomed to the information that this is a temporary benefit.

Therefore, payment only occurs while the family is in a situation of financial vulnerability.

Therefore, if any member increases their income, removing the family from a vulnerable situation, the benefit payment ends.

But what about BPC? Is it possible to lose the right to BPC?

This doubt is very common, and is generally associated with the fact that many people confuse it with retirement.

But, as we have already seen, BPC is a social benefit, therefore, it follows the same rules as the others, that is, it may be interrupted if the concession criteria are not met.

This means that if the beneficiary experiences an increase in income, or no longer has a long-term impediment to work, the BPC may be cut.

Especially for those with a disease or special need, it is important to keep the report updated to maintain the benefit.

Therefore, it is clear that it is possible to lose the right, but this only occurs when the criteria are not met!

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