BPC: Understanding the Continuous Benefit Payment in Brazil
O Continuous Benefit Payment (BPC) is a fundamental social assistance program in Brazil, created to provide financial support to individuals in situations of economic vulnerability.
Also known as LOAS (Organic Law of Social Assistance), the main objective of BPC is to ensure that people with disabilities and low-income elderly people have access to a minimum income that allows them to live with dignity and dignity.
BPC Objectives
The BPC has three main objectives:
Combating Extreme Poverty
One of BPC's main missions is to combat extreme poverty in Brazil.
It provides essential financial support to those who do not have the resources to meet their basic needs, such as food, housing and health care.
Promotion of Social Inclusion
In addition to alleviating poverty, the BPC aims to promote the social inclusion of people with disabilities and the elderly.
It recognizes the importance of enabling these groups to actively participate in society and have access to educational and employment opportunities.
Protection of Human Rights
The BPC is a reflection of Brazil’s commitment to human rights.
It ensures that people with disabilities and the elderly have the right to live with dignity, independence and equality.
BPC Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for BPC, you must meet certain eligibility criteria:
Family Income: The family's per capita income must be less than 1/4 of the current minimum wage. This means that if the family's income is very low, BPC can help fill this financial gap.
Deficiency: In the case of people with disabilities, the disability must be of a physical, mental, intellectual or sensory nature, which prevents full and effective participation in society.
Age: For seniors, the minimum age to apply for BPC is 65. However, for people with disabilities, there is no age limit.
Nationality and Residence: The applicant must be a Brazilian born or naturalized citizen and permanently reside in Brazil.
It is important to note that the BPC application process requires appropriate documentation and is evaluated by the National Institute of Social Security (INSS).
