The VAT refund It began to be applied in 2020 so that every time citizens make their usual purchases, they subsequently receive a refund of the value added tax on the products. Beyond some criticisms, it is a very effective program that provides greater equity to the tax system. Learn how to check your ID number.
Did it have modifications in 2024?
This program underwent some variations in its selection criteria, but maintains its premise of supporting families in poverty and that, previously, They were identified by Sisbén IV.
Payment changes
1. Amounts: Beneficiaries will receive a total of 100,000 Colombian pesos for each payment cycle, unlike the 90,000 pesos that were previously granted, that is, more than 30 thousand pesos for each cycle.
2. Payment Frequency: Payments are made every 45 days, which implies a change in the previous two-month periodicity.
Selection Criteria
1. Classification: Homes must be classified in groups A1 to A5 and B1 to B4 of Sisbén IV.
2. Indigenous Homes: All those who are registered by the Department for Social Prosperity (DPS).
3. Social Household Registry (RSH)
(Read: Citizen Income: how to sign the minutes virtually? The details)
How do you know if you are a beneficiary with your ID?
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To consult through the ID you must:
1. Enter the Department for Social Prosperity (DPS) website: https://prosperidadsocial.gov.co/
2. In the “VAT refund” section, look for the link that says “Check your Sisbén group” or similar.
3. Find a form where the ID number must be entered without periods or commas.
4. Complete the verification code requested.
5. Click on “Consult” and that’s it.
ANDIn the event that data is incorrectly recorded or you need to reconfirm certain information, you must:
1. Verify and update your data in the Social Household Registry (RSH) through this link: https://autenticaciondigital.and.gov.co/.
2. You can also consult with the Agrarian Bank, which is responsible for making VAT Refund payments throughout the country.
(Further: Colombia Without Hunger: this is the payment link for the beneficiaries of this program)
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