Title: October Subsidies Disbursed: A Look at Iran’s Social Welfare Payments
Introduction
The Iranian government has initiated the disbursement of its October cash subsidies, adhering to the established schedule for the current Persian calendar month of Mehr. This regular payment is a key component of the nation’s social welfare system, providing direct financial support to eligible households.
Cash Subsidy Schedule and Structure
For the month of October, cash subsidies are being transferred exclusively to the bank accounts of registered heads of households. The payments are being made in two tranches, differentiated by income deciles.
- Lower-Income Deciles (1-3): A payment of 400,000 Tomans per individual was deposited on Friday, October 25.
- Other Eligible Deciles (4-9): A payment of 300,000 Tomans per individual is scheduled for deposit on Wednesday, October 30.
This structured approach is part of the government’s ongoing policy to streamline and target social assistance.
Electronic Voucher Program Update
Separate from the direct cash subsidies, the government’s Electronic Voucher Program, which provides credit for the purchase of essential goods, concluded its fourth phase in the previous month. Households in deciles one through seven have until the end of the Persian month of Aban to utilize their remaining credit for purchasing 12 designated essential items, including rice, oil, red meat, poultry, dairy products, and legumes. Notably, turkey meat was recently added to the list of eligible goods under this program.
Pension Payments for Welfare Recipients
In a move to consolidate payment schedules, the monthly pensions for beneficiaries of the Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation and the State Welfare Organization are also being distributed. These payments are now consistently deposited on the 20th of each month. For October, the transfer was made on Sunday, October 20.
This standardized date is a government initiative designed to enhance transparency, facilitate financial planning for recipient families, and improve the efficiency of the banking system. The pension amounts have seen an increase this year, with specific sums varying based on household size and circumstances, including additional support for families with members suffering from severe disabilities.
Conclusion
The systematic disbursement of cash subsidies and welfare pensions underscores the government’s commitment to its social support framework. The adherence to a published schedule and the structured nature of the payments reflect ongoing efforts to maintain an organized and predictable welfare system for citizens. Recipients are encouraged to follow official channels for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding these transfers.