Retired teachers in Chile have the possibility of accessing an important economic benefit, known as the Teacher BonusThis bonus, which is paid in one installment, can reach an amount of up to $2 million pesos. However, not all retired teachers automatically qualify for this benefit; they must meet a series of specific requirements to be eligible.
First of all, one of the essential criteria is that the teacher has retired before December 31, 2010. This condition is key, since the bonus is intended to support those teachers who retired from the educational service before that date. In addition, it is requirement that the beneficiary has 300 or more pension contributions, whether continuous or discontinuous, in a pension fund administrator (AFP), or through institutions such as the Social Security Institute (IPS), Capredena, or Dipreca.
Another fundamental requirement to access the Teacher Bonus is to have a teaching or education degree issued by an institution recognized by the Chilean State. This degree must be duly accredited, unless it concerns normal school teachers or those legally authorized to teach without a traditional university degree.
Additionally, the teacher must have worked for 10 years or more in public or municipal educational establishments. This requirement ensures that the benefit goes to those educators who dedicated a significant part of their working life to public service in education.
A critical point to consider is the level of income that the retired teacher has received on average in the last few months before requesting the bonus. Specifically, the total of pensions and other social security benefits received in the previous six months must be equal to or less than $250,000 per month. This requirement ensures that the bonus is directed to those retirees who really need it due to limited income in their retirement.
To apply for this benefit, interested parties must gather a series of documents, including their identity card, a pension payment certificate, a contribution certificate, and the degree certificate. These documents can be presented at any Chile Atiende office or at the Caja Los Héroes branches, where the application will be processed. bond.
