Each month, the payment for the Universal Guaranteed Pension (PGU) is distributed, an initiative aimed at senior citizens who have applied for the benefit and meet the requirements.
Currently, the amount of this program is $231.732 for beneficiaries with a base pension of up to $789.139, according to ChileAtiende.
For amounts ranging from the aforementioned figure up to $1,252,602, a variable amount is received through the PGU, while no payment is provided if the base pension exceeds this value.
Regarding the payment, it is important to remember that the date varies for each individual, and the information can be verified using the national identification number (RUN) on the ChileAtiende website.
Furthermore, the platform contains data related to other benefits that may be assigned, based on the information managed by the Social Security Institute.
How to Apply for the PGU
The PGU can be applied for in person at ChileAtiende offices, at the municipality in partnership with the IPS, or through the AFP (Pension Fund Administrator) or insurance company, as appropriate.
To process the application remotely, the website chileatiende.cl is available, which can be accessed using the ClaveÚnica (Unique Key). Alternatively, users can access assistance from a representative via video call, a service available from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The requirements to access the benefit include:
Being 65 years of age or older.
Not being part of the 10% wealthiest group in the country, as determined by…
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Services: This benefit provides up to $231,000 to seniors who meet the requirements. Review the details below and how to apply for the benefit. Check the payment of the Universal Guaranteed Pension for May using your RUT (Chilean identification number). (Reference image).
Comments: Each month, the Universal Guaranteed Pension (UGP) is paid out, an initiative aimed at seniors who have applied for the benefit and meet the requirements. Currently, this program amounts to $231,732 for beneficiaries with a base pension of up to $789,139, as detailed by ChileAtiende. From the aforementioned amount, and up to $1,252,602, a variable amount is received through the UGP, while it is not provided if the base pension exceeds this value. Regarding the payment, it is important to remember that the date varies for each person, and the information can be verified using the RUT on the ChileAtiende consultation website. Additionally, the platform contains data related to other benefits that may be assigned, using information managed by the Social Security Institute. Check the payment of the Universal Guaranteed Pension for May using your RUT. (Reference image).
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How to apply for the UGP: The UGP can be applied for in person at ChileAtiende offices, at the municipality in partnership with the IPS (Social Security Institute), or through the AFP (Pension Fund Administrator) or insurance company, as appropriate. To carry out the process remotely, the chileatiende.cl website is available, which can be accessed using ClaveÚnica (a digital identity system), or there is the option to access the assistance of a representative via video call, a service available from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
The requirements to access the benefit include:
* Being 65 years of age or older.
* Not being part of the 10% richest group of the country's population, as determined by the Social Security Institute.
* Having a base pension of less than or equal to $1,210,828.
* Demonstrating residency in Chile for at least 20 years since the age of 20, and for 4 years in the 5 years prior to the application.
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