Government aid and subsidies in Colombia: a guide for your family
Clear map of state aid and subsidies in Colombia: Sisbén, Citizen Income, VAT, Colombia Mayor, housing and how to avoid scams.
State subsidies and aid
Guides on subsidies and programs of the Colombian State: Mi Casa Ya, Renta Ciudadana, Colombia Mayor and more.
BEPS de Colpensiones: qué es, quién puede ahorrar y cómo se vuelve un ingreso para la vejez
Guía de BEPS de Colpensiones: qué es, quién puede ahorrar, cómo vincularse, el incentivo del Estado y la diferencia con la pensión y Colombia Mayor.
Youth in Action is now Youth Income: requirements 2026
Youth in Action Youth Income Program: verified requirements, how to apply, and why there are no registrations today. Beware of fake websites.
Subsidio del adulto mayor: qué programas hay, cómo consultar y cuándo pagan
Guía del subsidio del adulto mayor en Colombia: qué programas existen (Colombia Mayor, alcaldías, Centros Vida, BEPS), cómo consultar si sos beneficiario y cómo funcionan los pagos.
Senior citizen subsidy in Barranquilla: requirements, consultation and payment
In Barranquilla, there are two subsidies for senior citizens: the District subsidy, paid by the Mayor's Office, and the Colombia Mayor subsidy. Here's how to find out the requirements, how to register, how to check eligibility using your ID card, and where to collect your payment.
Support for single mothers: what's available and where you'll be prioritized
There is no monthly payment for being a single mother: the law prioritizes existing programs, especially those related to housing. Here's what the law says, who qualifies as head of household, and where to apply for each type of assistance.
Community kitchens: who can eat and how to find one nearby
A hot meal is available Monday through Saturday for those in Sisbén groups A, B, or C. Learn who can eat, who gets priority, how to access the service, and the 142 soup kitchens on Bogotá's official map, listed by district.
Housing assistance for earthquake victims: the real route
Housing assistance for earthquake victims is being implemented in stages. Since September 17, Decree 1423 has halted evictions for six months, and Decree 1426 protects payments from the Social Prosperity program.
Requirements for housing subsidies: what housing subsidies in Colombia require
The requirements for housing subsidies remain largely unchanged under the program: household income, no homeownership, no prior subsidy receipt, and financial closure. Which pathways remain open in September 2026, and where to apply for each?.
Subsidy payment schedule: confirmed dates for September 2026
Citizen Income and VAT Refund are delivered from September 21 to October 6, 2026, and Colombia Mayor is collected until the 20th. Dates of each program, with the official source next to it.
Comprehensive early childhood care: what your child is entitled to from 0 to 6 years old
From pregnancy until age six, your child is entitled to health checkups, free vaccinations, civil registration, early childhood education, and protection. Learn which agency provides each service, where to apply, and how to secure a spot with the ICBF (Colombian Institute of Family Welfare).
Unemployment Protection Mechanism: what it covers if you lose your job
If your contract was terminated and you were contributing to a family allowance fund, you are entitled to health and pension benefits for up to six months, plus a transfer of 1.5 minimum wages in four installments. Requirements, estimated amounts, and how to apply.