You can receive up to R$1,400 in Bolsa Família this month; find out how

Want to guarantee your benefit?

If you're a Bolsa Família beneficiary, you might be in for a pleasant surprise this month when you check your statement. The amount of up to R$900 is being released in specific cases, thanks to sum of supplementary benefits provided for within the new format of the social program.

The Ministry of Social Development updated its values with a focus on expanding support for families in vulnerable situations, especially those with more children or who meet certain conditions. In this post, you'll learn more. who is eligible, how the amount is calculated and what to do to receive the full amount.

Base value remains the same

The value minimum amount of Bolsa Família is R$$600, as has been the case since the program's reformulation. This is the minimum guaranteed for families that meet the income and CadÚnico registration criteria.

But this value can increase significantly depending on family composition. In other words, the more people in certain program bands, the higher the total amount received.

Additional benefits that make up the R$900

The value of up to R$900 can be reached when the family receives extra benefits, which are added to the principal amount. See what these additional amounts are:

• Early Childhood Benefit: R$150 per child aged 0 to 6 years
• Family Variable Benefit: R$50 per pregnant woman, child or adolescent aged 7 to 18 years
• Variable Benefit for Nursing Mothers: R$50 per family member up to 6 months of age (nursing mother)
• Extraordinary Transition Benefit: amount paid in specific cases to ensure that no one receives less than they received in Auxílio Brasil

These values are cumulative, meaning that if the family has, for example, two children up to 6 years old and two teenagers, it could easily exceed R$800. With an additional newborn, the total could reach R$900.

Practical calculation example

Let's imagine a family with the following composition:

• A mother
• A 4-month-old baby
• A 5 year old child
• A 15-year-old teenager

The calculation would be like this:

• R$600 of the base value
• R$150 for a 5-year-old child
• R$50 for the baby (as a nursing mother)
• R$50 for the teenager

Total: R$850

If there is one more child up to 6 years old or a pregnant woman in the family, the value exceeds R$900.

Who is entitled to these additional amounts?

To receive the extra amounts, the family must:

• Have all your data updated on CadÚnico
• Correctly declare the family composition, with the age of all members
• Have a monthly income per person of up to R$218
• Keep your school attendance, vaccinations and prenatal care (if pregnant) up to date

This information is automatically cross-referenced between the Single Registry and the health and education systems. If there is any inconsistency, the additional benefit may be temporarily suspended.

How do I know how much I will receive this month?

You can check the value of Bolsa Família through the official application, available for Android and iOS. Simply download the "Bolsa Família" or "Caixa Tem" app and log in with your CPF.

You can also check:

• On the website https://www.gov.br/mds/pt-br/acoes-e-programas/bolsa-familia
• Calling Caixa's number 111 or the Ministry of Development's number 121
• At Caixa branches with your benefit card

The exact amount appears before the payment date. If it's different from previous months, it may be because an additional benefit has been added—or removed due to a lack of updated registration information.

May Payment Schedule

Payment follows the official calendar, based on the last digit of the NIS (Social Identification Number). The dates for May are:

• NIS final 1: May 17
• NIS final 2: May 20
• NIS final 3: May 21
• NIS final 4: May 22
• NIS final 5: May 23
• NIS final 6: May 24
• NIS final 7: May 27
• NIS final 8: May 28
• NIS final 9: May 29
• Final NIS 0: May 31

The amounts are deposited directly into the Caixa Tem account and can be transferred digitally or withdrawn at branches and lottery outlets.

What to do to guarantee the full amount?

If you have small children, teenagers or are pregnant, but you still don't receive the full amount, check if your Single Registry is updated. Many families lose out on these extras because their data is out of date.

Go to the nearest CRAS and take:

• Document with photo of the person responsible
• CPF or voter registration card
• Proof of residence
• Birth certificate of children
• School statement and vaccination card, if required

The update is free and can increase your benefit in the following months.

Important: no intermediaries

You you don't need to pay anyone to access Bolsa Família or its supplements. The process is free and only done through official government channels.

Avoid sharing personal information over the phone or on social media. Scams are increasingly common, and many people fall for them due to misinformation.

If you have any questions, contact the official channels of Caixa or the Ministry of Social Development.

Up to R$1,400 in Bolsa Família? Yes, it's possible.

With the additional benefits, the amount can exceed R$1,400,000 depending on the family composition. And for many families, this difference represents a real relief on their monthly bills.

The most important thing is to keep your data up to date, monitor the application, and not miss out on any benefits that could help. Bolsa Família isn't just a fixed amount—it's tailored to each family's needs.

If you believe you are entitled to more, seek information, update your registration and monitor your deposits. This money is rightfully yours — and it can make a difference in your life.

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May 21, 2025