If you want to apply for government programs, such as Bolsa Família, know that it is essential to make the Enrollment in the Single Registry. This is the official government database, which gathers information on families from all over Brazil.

It is through it that selection is made for various programs, such as:

⦁ Bolsa Família Program
⦁ Exemption from Fees in Public Tenders
⦁ Youth ID
⦁ Green and Yellow House Program
⦁ Bolsa Verde Program

And to help you, we separate everything you need to know about it.

How is the Registration in the Single Register done?

For you to enroll in the Cadastro Único, you need to speak with the city hall of your city to find out in which of the units the registration is carried out.

In general, it is the Social Assistance Reference Center - CRAS, which performs this type of process.

It is important to point out that in some municipalities it is necessary to make an appointment in advance. Therefore, the ideal is to contact the city hall before anything else.

To carry out the registration, after scheduling, you must do an interview where a person responsible for the CRAS will collect information from your family.

One person in the family will be responsible for the registration (Responsible for the Family Unit (RF), including updating. She must be over 16 years old!

Remembering that in the interview you need to bring the following documents. In the case of the Responsible for the Family Unit (RF), it is necessary to bring the CPF or the Reader's License.

In addition, it will be necessary to bring at least one of the following documents for each member of the family group.

⦁ Birth certificate;
⦁ RG;
⦁ CPF.
⦁ Marriage Certificate;
⦁ Work Card
⦁ Voter Title.

It is important to note that the interview takes, on average, 60 minutes. So it's important to go with plenty of time to be able to do the interview smoothly.

In addition to the documents above, to facilitate the registration process, we also recommend that you bring:

⦁ Proof of address;
⦁ Proof of school enrollment for children and young people up to 17 years of age;
⦁ Work Card.

Common questions about Single Registration

In addition to the registration process in the Cadastro Único, many people have other questions about this registration. And we'll answer some of them below. Check out!

Does the Single Registry guarantee entry into Government programs?

No, enrollment in CadÚnico does not guarantee entry into any of the Government programs. After registration, the family will still undergo an evaluation to find out whether or not it can be included.

Who can enroll in the Single Registry?

Families where the total income of the family unit is up to three minimum wages, or where the per capita income (per person) is up to half a minimum wage, can register in the Single Registry.

Do I need to update the registration?

Yes, it is essential to keep the registration to avoid suspension or even cancellation of participation. The ideal is to update the information at least once a year, or whenever you have any changes in the family group, such as change of address, etc.

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