Title: New Subsidy Policy Aims for Greater Fairness, Offers Path to Restore Payments
In a move to enhance the precision and fairness of its national subsidy program, Iranian authorities have detailed a new procedure allowing families to rectify their eligibility status. The initiative is designed to ensure that government support reaches its intended beneficiaries, particularly safeguarding the subsidies of retirees and others who may have been incorrectly disqualified due to the financial status of adult children living with them.
Addressing Eligibility Hurdles
The core issue, as explained by officials from the Subsidy Targeting Organization, is that the presence of adult children with independent incomes can sometimes elevate a household’s overall economic bracket. This automatic reclassification can lead to the entire family, including retired parents on fixed incomes, losing their subsidy entitlements.
To resolve this, a clear pathway has been established. Single children over the age of 18 who have their own income can formally request a “separation from the parental household.” This process grants them a new, independent economic classification, which in turn can restore the subsidy payments to their parents. Parliamentary representatives have also pledged to work on further amendments to the plan to reinstate wrongly removed subsidies.
Path to Separation: Criteria and Process
The government has streamlined the separation procedure by linking national registry data, making it more efficient to achieve social equity and the correct allocation of state resources. The primary conditions for an adult to be recognized as an independent household are:
- Age: A minimum of 35 years old.
- Independent Residence: Proof of living separately from the family, such as a rental agreement or a certificate of residence.
- Financial Independence: Evidence of personal income and assets, including pay slips or employment verification.
This measure is particularly aimed at assisting retirees who lost their subsidies due to the economic profile of their co-residing adult children.
A Step-by-Step Guide
For those who meet the criteria, the application process involves several key steps:
- In-Person Application: Visit a local +10 Police Station with identification and proof of independent residence.
- Online Registration: Submit a separation request through the National Household Information Portal (ncr.ir).
- Document Upload: Complete the application by uploading all required documents on the dedicated support portal (hemayat.mcls.gov.ir).
- Verification and Approval: After a review of the documents, which relies on registered data and bank information rather than self-reporting, the subsidy will be transferred to a new bank account upon approval. This verification process typically takes one to three months.
The comprehensive policy underscores the state’s commitment to continually refining its social safety net, ensuring that support is delivered with accuracy and justice to its citizens. Authorities encourage those who believe they were incorrectly removed from the subsidy rolls to act promptly to rectify their status.