The gas voucher is one of the newest benefits granted by the government to help low-income families. So, see if you are eligible and how to get it. It's easy and simple!
With rising prices for food, fuel and other household items, low-income people may find it difficult to have at least the basics on their tables.
With this in mind, the government planned to grant this specific group a benefit similar to a cost-of-living allowance: a gas voucher. This way, they can buy 13kg of cooking gas to feed everyone in the house.
In this way, families will be entitled to 3 installments in 2022, this amount is expected to be R$110.00. In other words, more than 50% of the average national price of the gas cylinder.
So, find out more information on how you can get it, if you are eligible for this benefit. So, read all the details below!
How do I know if I am entitled to the 2022 gas voucher?
The 2022 gas voucher is being made available to needy families registered in the Single Registry, that is, CadÚnico. Therefore, if you already receive Auxílio Brasil, this gas voucher benefit is certainly included as well.
However, some families report that they are not receiving it, so you may not be eligible. Therefore, it is recommended that you access the application to find out.
Therefore, to find out, simply access the following applications:
- Auxílio Brasil – this benefit and the gas voucher, if you are entitled to it, are listed in this application. It will then appear on the screen;
- Caixa TEM – this app also shows whether you are eligible.
In addition to these, you can also find out through Caixa customer service by calling 111. So, call and follow the attendant's instructions, such as providing your CPF.
Finally, if you have any doubts or think you are eligible but are not eligible, contact 121. The Ministry of Citizenship will then be able to answer all your questions.
See how to get the Vale Gás benefit
To obtain the benefit of the gas voucher, you must meet the requirements, such as:
- Be classified as a low-income family;
- Be registered with CadÚnico with an updated and active registration;
- Download the Auxílio Brasil and Caixa TEM apps on your cell phone to access it.
If you consider yourself to be a low-income family, then you can go to the CRAS closest to your home and inform that you belong to this category, taking all supporting documents.
To do this, you must present the ID and CPF of everyone living in the house, as well as proof of residence. Then, just wait for a response.
Other important information about the gas voucher benefit
Here is some more information about the gas voucher benefit that may clarify some doubts:
- The payment of the gas voucher benefit depends on the calendar determined by the government. Therefore, you need to access it;
- If you are already registered with Cadúnico, you do not need to do anything, as the benefit is granted automatically;
- Per family, the gas voucher benefit was set at R$110.00 until the end of 2022;
- Those who receive BPC – Continuous Benefit Payment may also be entitled to the gas voucher benefit;
- Through the Auxílio Brasil and Caixa TEM app, you can check, find out about and receive payments, in addition to other features.
Well, now you have found out whether or not you are eligible and how to check and receive this gas voucher benefit. So, don't waste any more time and go after this cost assistance that can help minimize the effects of the economic crisis on your family.
