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The Gás do Povo social benefit, also known as Vale Gás aid, is an essential initiative of the federal government to help low-income families buy cooking gas cylinders. The process of consulting and withdrawing the benefit is quick, practical and completely digital.
If you want to know if you are entitled, how to check using your CPF, the amounts released, the official calendar and how to regularize your situation in order to receive it, this complete guide has all the answers. Understand what to do to avoid losing your benefit and check out tips to avoid blockages, access official applications and release your payment today.
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Who is entitled to the Gas do Povo benefit?
The Gas Voucher Aid was created to guarantee access to cooking gas (LPG) for households facing economic difficulties, especially in the face of high prices. To receive the benefit, certain requirements are indispensable. The main criterion is to be registered and up-to-date in the Single Registry for Social Programs (CadÚnico). Families with a monthly income of up to half the minimum wage per person or who receive the Continuous Cash Benefit (BPC) have priority.
In addition, the government prioritizes families with female heads of household, single mothers and those with members receiving Bolsa Família or other social benefits. It is important to remember that being on the CadÚnico does not guarantee automatic receipt. The selection is made monthly based on the available budget and the profile of the household.
Want to know if you're part of the priority group? A quick consultation of CadÚnico can be done using your CPF. Always check that your data is up to date so that you don't lose your right to the benefit.
How to check your CPF: quick and up-to-date consultation
Checking your social benefits, especially the Gas Voucher Aid, can be done using just your CPF number. This facilitates access, eliminates bureaucracy and makes it possible to check in minutes whether the amount has been released, what the payment schedule is and whether there are any pending issues. The CPF consultation is recommended before any withdrawal attempt.
- Access the official consultation portal using your CPF.
- If you prefer, use the Box Has to check the available balance and withdrawal dates (see details below).
- For those on the Bolsa Família, the Bolsa Família also shows the Gas Voucher along with other benefits.
- If you have any questions about registration, please use the My CadÚnico to check your status.
Check now if you are entitled and find out if the payment has been released to your group. In the event of any inconsistencies in your data, please check immediately at your local CRAS office or via the app My CadÚnico.
How to withdraw and receive payment: choose the right option
Withdrawal of the Gas Voucher Aid is flexible, ensuring that each beneficiary can choose the most convenient way. Payment is made directly into the social digital account at Caixa Econômica Federal or can be withdrawn at lottery shops, ATMs and Caixa Aqui correspondents. See the detailed options:
| Withdrawal method | Advantages | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Caixa Tem App | Digital withdrawal, transfers, bill payment, speed | Gov.br login required, face validation, instabilities may occur |
| Lottery | Instant cash, no internet, face-to-face service | Queues, time limits, mandatory documents |
| Caixa branch | Face-to-face service, support in the event of a blockage | Need to travel, queues, restricted hours |
For those looking for agility, the recommendation is to use the Box Has to move the available balance without leaving home. For in-person withdrawals, bring an official photo ID and your social card, if available. Always check the payment schedule before going to your chosen location.
Updated amounts and rules: how much can you get?
The value of the Vale Gas Aid is in line with the national average for a 13kg canister, according to the National Petroleum Agency (ANP). The federal government releases the payment every two months, usually equivalent to 100% of the average price of the cylinder. In 2024, the amount fluctuates between R$ 100 and R$ 120, depending on the region.
Here are some important rules:
- Payment is bimonthly (every two months).
- You don't need to register specifically: registration with CadÚnico is enough.
- The benefit is not cumulative: only one per family.
- The available balance must be withdrawn within the period stipulated in the calendar.
With a quick CPF check, you'll know exactly how much money is available for your family and avoid missing important deadlines. If you have any questions about amounts, visit Caixa's official website.
Official benefit calendar: check the released payments
The payment schedule for the Gas Voucher Aid follows the same groups as the Bolsa Família, based on the last digit of the Social Identification Number (NIS). The benefit is always paid together with the Bolsa Família installment for the corresponding month.
See updated payment schedule and organize your withdrawals so you don't miss the deadline. The amount is available until the end of the month, ensuring more flexibility for the family to use when it's most convenient.
How to resolve pending issues or blocks: regularization and unblocking
Even when registered with the CadÚnico, some users face blockages, restrictions or delays in receiving payment. The most common reasons are: outdated data, inconsistent personal information, or an unreported change of address. Here's how to resolve each situation:
- Check that your CPF is in order with the Receita Federal. Pending“ or ”irregular“ statuses prevent access to the benefit.
- Update your CadÚnico card at CRAS or by My CadÚnico in the event of a change in family, address or income.
- If there is an error in the Caixa Tem app, try resetting your password, updating the app or contacting Caixa.
- Unblocking for inconsistencies: only in person at CRAS, with documents from the whole family.
Detailed monitoring of the benefit by CPF allows you to quickly identify any pending issues. Updating your registration quickly is essential if you don't want to miss out on payments and guarantee your right to social benefits.
Official applications used for consultation and withdrawal
The government's banking and social applications speed up the process of consulting, withdrawing and updating registration. See the main ones:
Box Has
- Description: Caixa's official app for checking the balance, withdrawals and movements of social benefits such as FGTS, Bolsa Família and Vale Gás. It integrates payments, statements and transfers.
- Key features: Consult available balance, statement, transfers, payment of boletos, withdrawal without card, integration with other benefits.
- Advantages: Agility, consultation without queues, detailed history of installments and amounts released, remote access via cell phone.
- Limitations: Eventual instabilities, the need for a Gov.br login, may require facial validation or registration updates.
- Official links: www.caixa.gov.br/caixatem/
My CadÚnico
- Description: App for consulting, updating and monitoring the Single Registry, which is essential for receiving social benefits (Bolsa Família, Vale Gás, Tarifa Social).
- Key features: Consultation of registration status, generation of vouchers, updating of family and personal data, scheduling of appointments.
- Advantages: Easy to update, quick CPF consultation, avoids queues at CRAS, guidance on pending issues.
- Limitations: Some functions only available with Gov.br password, possible delays in updating, need for correct data.
- Official links: meucadunico.cidadania.gov.br/
Gov.br
- Description: Single authentication portal for all federal government services, including FGTS, INSS, CadÚnico and social benefits.
- Key features: Unified login, access to multiple official applications, benefits consultation, registration update.
- Advantages: Security, practicality, avoids multiple registrations, allows digital identity validation.
- Limitations: May require facial or biometric validation, some people have difficulty with initial access.
- Official links: www.gov.br
Always use the official applications to ensure safe access and avoid scams. In the event of a registration error or blockage, seek face-to-face assistance at CRAS or the nearest Caixa branch.
How to update your registration: CadÚnico, Gov.br, Caixa Tem
Updating the register is a mandatory step to guarantee entitlement to social benefits. Outdated data can lead to the payment being blocked, suspended or excluded. Here's how to keep your registration up to date:
- CadÚnico: Go to the CRAS in your municipality with the documents of all family members (ID, CPF, proof of residence) or access the My CadÚnico to schedule an update.
- Gov.br: Create or update your login at gov.br, completing data, photo and facial validation if necessary.
- Box Has: If you have a registration error, reset your password, update the app or go to the office with documents.
It is recommended that you check your registration every time your family changes (birth, death, separation) and whenever the government requests it. Regular updating of the register prevents the loss of installments and unexpected blockages.
Comparison of the social benefits: FGTS, INSS, Gas Allowance and Vale Gás
Many citizens have doubts about the differences between social benefits. See the comparative analysis:
| Benefits | Main requirement | Average Value |
|---|---|---|
| FGTS | Formal employee, FGTS balance | Variable (available balance) |
| INSS | Social security contribution | Minimum wage or pension amount |
| Gas allowance | CadÚnico, low income | R$ 100.00 to R$ 120.00 |
| Bolsa Família | CadÚnico, low income | From R$ 600,00 |
The Gas Voucher Aid is specific to the purchase of cooking gas, while Bolsa Família, FGTS and INSS cover different needs. The fundamental differences are in the requirements and the frequency of payments. FGTS, for example, requires employment and can be withdrawn in various ways (see here), while the INSS requires a minimum contribution period.
Practical guidelines for securing social benefits
To avoid losing your Gas Voucher or any other social benefit, follow these steps:
- Check your benefit using the CPF on official portal or Caixa Tem app.
- Always keep the CadÚnico updated: any changes must be reported.
- Check your available balance in your Caixa social account before withdrawing.
- Regularize any pending issues with your registration or CPF with the Receita Federal.
- Prefer queries and transactions through official applications for greater speed and security.
- Avoid blockages by going to the CRAS or Caixa branch when the app indicates inconsistencies.
- Never share passwords or bank details outside official channels.
Remember: a quick and up-to-date consultation is the safest way to find out if you are entitled to the Vale Gás benefit. Regularize your registration, check the official payment calendar and access the app to release your payment today. Citizenship and information guarantee your rights and access to cooking gas for the whole family.
