How to Register with CadÚnico

The Single Registry (CadÚnico) is the gateway to various social benefits offered by the government. Below, you will find a step-by-step guide to registering, the necessary requirements and the benefits accessible through it.

Step by Step to Register with CadÚnico

1. Gather the Necessary Documentation:
   • CPF or Voter ID of the person responsible for the family.
   • Identification documents for all family members (ID, Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Work Card or CPF).
   • Proof of residence (electricity, water, telephone bill, etc.).
   • Proof of income for all family members (payslip, self-employment declaration, etc.).
2. Go to CRAS:
   • Locate the Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) closest to your residence. You can find this information on the website of your city hall or by calling the government's social assistance phone number.
3. Conduct the Interview:
   • At CRAS, you will be seen by a social worker who will carry out an interview to collect information about your family, housing conditions, income, among other details. This interview is essential for inclusion in CadÚnico.
4. Wait for the Home Visit (if necessary):
   • In some cases, a home visit may be necessary to confirm the information provided. If this happens, a social worker will visit your home.
5. Receive the Social Identification Number (NIS):
   • After registration approval, you will receive the Social Identification Number (NIS), which is essential to access the benefits.

Requirements to Register with CadÚnico

To register with CadÚnico, the family must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Have a monthly income of up to half the minimum wage per person.
• Have a total monthly income of up to three minimum wages.
• Being homeless (individual or family).
• Being in a situation of extreme poverty.

Benefits Accessible Through CadÚnico

By registering with CadÚnico, your family will be able to access several social programs, including:

Bolsa Família

Bolsa Família offers monthly financial assistance to families in poverty and extreme poverty, guaranteeing a minimum income and supplementing family income.

Social Electricity Tariff

Low-income families can obtain discounts on their electricity bill, ranging from 10% to 65%, reaching up to 100% for indigenous and quilombola families.

Gas Aid

Gas Aid helps with the purchase of cooking gas cylinders, being granted every two months to low-income families.

My home, my life

The Minha Casa Minha Vida program facilitates access to housing with subsidies and affordable financing conditions for low-income families.

Continuous Payment Benefit (BPC)

The BPC guarantees a minimum monthly wage for seniors over 65 years of age and people with disabilities of any age who prove they do not have the means to support themselves.

Keep Your Registration Updated

It is essential to keep your registration with CadÚnico up to date. Whenever there are changes in family composition, address, income or other data, inform CRAS to ensure continuity of benefits.

Check Your Benefits

With CadÚnico, you can improve your quality of life and access important rights. Use official applications and keep your registration updated to ensure access to government benefits.