Title: Iran Refines Subsidy System: New Policy Targets High-Income Households for October Payments
Tehran – A significant update to Iran’s national subsidy program is set to take effect, aligning with the provisions of the country’s annual budget law. The new policy introduces refined eligibility criteria designed to enhance the economic support system for citizens.
Revised Eligibility Based on Household Income
The core of the new policy involves the removal of cash subsidies for households with a per capita income exceeding 10 million tomans. This initiative, grounded in legislation, aims to reallocate national resources more effectively. It is projected that this adjustment will impact approximately one million households, primarily within the upper income brackets (8 to 10). Officials have clarified that the assessment will be based on household income after the deduction of housing costs, ensuring a more accurate targeting mechanism.
Official Notification Process
Households identified as ineligible under the new criteria will receive an official SMS notification. The message will state: “Based on the parliamentary mandate and an examination of banking and asset indices, your household’s per capita income exceeds 10 million tomans; therefore, you do not qualify for the subsidy.” This transparent process ensures citizens are informed directly of any changes to their status.
New Procedure for Adults Over 18
A key feature of the updated system addresses the status of single individuals over the age of 18. Family heads can now request to separate the subsidy for such members through the non-attendant services portal of the Targeted Subsidies Organization at ncr.ir.
Upon submission, the individual’s economic status will be evaluated by the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare. The head of the family will be notified of the result via SMS. If the request is approved, the National Organization for Civil Registration will facilitate the creation of a new, single-person household. Should the individual then qualify for the subsidy based on the economic assessment, the payment will be deposited directly into an account they have registered with the online portal.
This recalibration of the subsidy framework underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening the social safety net and ensuring that economic support reaches its intended beneficiaries with greater precision.