He Golden Wedding Bonus It is a unique benefit that is granted to couples who have reached 50 years of marriage, as a form of recognition of their long-standing union. Recently, an increase in the bonus amount was confirmed, which rose from $425,360 to $445,352. This adjustment corresponds to the variation in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) that is carried out annually in October. This bonus is paid one time and is divided equally between both spouses, meaning that each will receive $212,680.
To be able to access the Golden Wedding Bonus, it is necessary to meet four requirements main. First, the couple must be legally married, meaning they must not be separated or divorced. In addition, they must be within 80% of the Social Household Registry, an indicator that helps identify households with fewer economic resources. This requirement ensures that the bonus reaches those who really need it.
Other requirement The key to receiving the bonus is that both spouses must live in the same home. If one or both of you live in long-stay homes, such as care centers for the elderly, this residence must be accredited to the corresponding authority. In this way, it is guaranteed that the benefit reaches those couples who, despite not living together, continue to maintain a solid marital relationship.
Furthermore, it is important that applicants for bond They prove that they have resided in Chile for at least four of the last five years before the application. This criterion seeks to ensure that the bonus is granted to couples who have spent most of their lives in the country and who continue to be part of the Chilean community. This aspect of residence is essential to access the benefit.
In the event that one of the spouses dies after having completed 50 years of marriage, the other can receive their share of the bondprovided that the death occurs within the period of one year established by law for the collection of the benefit. If the application has already been submitted and approved, the amount corresponding to the deceased spouse will become part of the surviving spouse’s estate, ensuring that the benefit is not lost.
Finally, the process to request the Golden Wedding Bonus It is simple and can be done in two ways: in person at the ChileAtiende offices or through the video service modality in the virtual branch. In the latter case, it is necessary to schedule an appointment and have a device with internet access.
