The introduction of a single benefit for children under 17 at the beginning of 2023 has changed state support measures in many ways. Some types of benefits were not affected by the innovations, but most parents had to urgently study the updated rules. Let's talk about what benefits for children aged 8 and older can be received today - the procedure for their registration has undergone significant changes.
Single allowance for children over 8 years old
Until January 1, 2023, the allowance for children aged 8 to 17 was anhui mobile number database assigned to single-parent families subject to their need, that is, with an average per capita income less than the subsistence minimum (SM) per person. The payment was issued for a child whose at least one parent paid alimony, was not listed in the documents, died or went missing.
Now the situation has changed. At the end of the transition period, families with children over 8 years old will receive a single benefit. The key criterion will be need. Its comprehensive assessment was carried out before, but only single-parent families could apply for the benefit. Since the beginning of the year, their composition does not matter - the main thing is that the average per capita income does not exceed the current minimum wage in the region of residence of the applicants. Also, the family should not have property in excess of the norm established by legislators - for example, if you have two cars, you may not pass the comprehensive assessment of need.
Important: Only citizens of the Russian Federation who permanently reside in the country and are registered in any of its regions can apply for a single payment. Previously, foreign parents with a temporary residence permit or a residence permit could also apply for a child benefit of 8 years and older. Now this is no longer possible.