In 2024, the Social Security Institute (IPS) has begun to distribute the Bond Winter, a $77,982 subsidy intended to support seniors during the cold months of the year. This benefit, designed to alleviate additional expenses that arise in winter, has been delivered to many pensioners electronically since May.
If you are one of the pensioners who received the bond electronically, you will not need to complete any additional procedures. However, if you prefer or need to withdraw the economical support If you are applying for a cash award, it is crucial that you do so within the stipulated time frame. You have up to nine months from the date it was awarded, which means the deadline to claim the cash extends to February 2025.
To verify if you are one of the beneficiaries of the Bond If you still have money pending withdrawal, you can make an online inquiry. The first step is to enter the website dedicated to the Winter Bonus, which is on the Chile Atiende platform. On the portal, you will be asked to enter your RUT and your date of birth to access personalized information.
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Once you enter your details, the system will inform you if you have any pending payments to withdraw and will provide you with the necessary details on how and where to do so. It is important to make this enquiry in advance to avoid last-minute problems and ensure that you can receive the amount you are entitled to. For those who must withdraw the bond In person, they must go to the corresponding offices indicated in the online consultation, bringing with them a valid identification.
He Bond Winter is a valuable help for seniors, especially during the winter months when expenses can increase. Making sure you have claimed within the deadline will help you better manage your finances during this season.
