Iranian Government Announces New Marriage Grant to Support Young Couples
In a move aimed at strengthening the economic foundation of new families, the Iranian government has detailed a new marriage grant program for citizens covered by the Social Security Organization. The initiative is designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with marriage and empower young couples starting their lives together.
A Boost for Newlyweds
The “Marriage Grant” is a financial gift provided by the Social Security Organization. A key feature of the program is that receiving this grant does not affect any other existing benefits or pensions the recipient may be entitled to. Eligible individuals can apply for the grant through the organization’s online service portal by submitting the required documents.
Who is Eligible?
To qualify for the marriage grant, applicants must meet specific criteria set by the Social Security Organization:
- Social Security Coverage: At least one of the spouses must be a principal, voluntary, or pensioner beneficiary of the Social Security Organization at the time of marriage.
- Official Marriage Registration: The marriage must be officially registered with the state, and the marriage certificate number must be documented. Informal marriages are not eligible.
- First Marriage: The grant is a one-time payment per individual, intended specifically for a first marriage.
- Special Cases: In certain circumstances and at the discretion of the organization, subsequent marriages may be considered for review.
Calculating the Grant Amount
The value of the marriage grant is calculated based on a clear formula. It considers the sum of the individual’s insurable earnings over the 720 days (two years) leading up to the marriage date, divided by 24 to determine an average monthly wage. The grant amount is then derived from this average. To ensure a substantial level of support, a minimum payment threshold has been established. For the current Iranian year (1404), no recipient will receive less than 10,390,000 Tomans, which is the official minimum wage set by the Supreme Labor Council.
Key Program Highlights
The grant is exclusively for those actively insured by or receiving a pension from the Social Security Organization. If both spouses are eligible beneficiaries, each will receive the grant individually, effectively doubling the financial support for the household. While the program primarily targets first marriages, the organization retains the flexibility to evaluate special cases.
Streamlined Application Process
The application process has been designed for convenience and is conducted entirely online. Applicants must submit documents including their insurance medical booklet, original and copies of national identification documents for both spouses, the official marriage certificate, and a written affidavit confirming it is a first marriage.
The steps to apply are as follows:
- Visit the Social Security Organization’s e-services website.
- Navigate to the “Insured Individuals” section.
- Log in with a username and password.
- Register a bank account number and select the “Short-Term Supports” section.
- Complete and submit the marriage grant application form.
Following submission, the organization will review the application and, upon approval, deposit the grant directly into the provided bank account. This program underscores the government’s focus on providing tangible social support to its citizens.