How to Request the Social Electricity Tariff
Is your electricity bill too high? Did you know that you may be entitled to significant discounts on your bill, paid for by the government?
The Social Electricity Tariff is a benefit that can help you save money and keep your family budget up to date.
Requirements for Requesting the Social Electricity Tariff
To be eligible for the benefit, you must meet some specific criteria:
- Registration in CadÚnico: The family must be registered in the Single Registry for Social Programs of the Federal Government.
- Family Income: The monthly income per person must be up to half the minimum wage.
- BPC beneficiaries: Families receiving the Continuous Benefit Payment (BPC) are also entitled.
- Indigenous and Quilombola Families: They are entitled to greater discounts, regardless of per capita income.
How to Request the Social Electricity Tariff
Currently, the Social Tariff is automatically granted to families that are registered with CadÚnico and meet the income requirements. If your family is not yet registered with CadÚnico or needs to update the information, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Register with CadÚnico
The first step is to ensure that your family is registered in the Federal Government's Single Registry for Social Programs. To do this, look for the Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) closest to your home.
Required Documents:
- Personal Documents: ID, CPF, Birth Certificate of all family members.
- Proof of Residence: Updated.
- Proof of Income: From all family members, if applicable.
Step 2: Updating your Registration
If your family is already registered with CadÚnico, it is important to keep the information up to date. Any changes in family composition, income or address must be reported to CRAS.
Step 3: Eligibility Check
After registration or updating, the Social Electricity Tariff will be automatically granted to families that meet the eligibility criteria. To check if the benefit has been applied:
- Bolsa Família Application: Use the app to check whether the discount on your electricity bill has been granted.
- Online Consultation: Check the official government portal or contact CRAS to confirm eligibility.
How the Benefit Can Help
The Social Electricity Tariff can generate significant savings on your electricity bill, allowing you to allocate resources to other essential needs. Discounts are applied according to monthly electricity consumption and vary according to the consumption range.
Benefit Duration
The benefit is granted continuously as long as the family meets the eligibility criteria. It is important to keep your CadÚnico registration up to date to ensure the discount continues.
Am I Not Receiving the Social Electricity Tariff?
If you believe you meet the eligibility criteria for the Social Electricity Tariff, but are not yet receiving the benefit, follow the steps below:
Check your Registration on CadÚnico
- Information Update: Make sure that all your information in the Single Registry is up to date. This includes family composition, income and address.
- Eligibility Consultation: Use the Bolsa Família app or check the official government portal to check whether the discount on the electricity bill has been applied.
Find the Nearest CRAS
If after checking the information you are still not receiving the benefit, go to the Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) closest to your home. At CRAS, you can:
- Request Information: Ask about the status of your benefit and confirm that all information is correct.
- Perform Updates: Update or correct any necessary information in CadÚnico.
- Receive Guidance: Get detailed guidance on how to proceed to ensure the benefit is granted.
Documents Required to Take to CRAS:
- Personal Documents: ID, CPF, Birth Certificate of all family members.
- Proof of Residence: Updated.
- Proof of Income: From all family members, if applicable.
Conclusion
If you meet the criteria and are still not receiving the Social Electricity Tariff, it is essential to check and update your registration on CadÚnico.
Look for the nearest CRAS to ensure that all information is correct and that you can start receiving this important benefit.
