Gas Assistance — Important Changes
O gas allowance It is a federal benefit created to reduce the impact of the price of cooking gas cylinders on the budgets of low-income families.
Established by Law No. 14.237/2021 and operated with the support of Caixa, the program transfers, every two months, an amount calculated from the average price of a 13 kg gas cylinder as determined by the ANP (National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels), with specific eligibility rules for those registered in the Cadastro Único (Single Registry).
The payment system has undergone changes since its creation: a provisional measure temporarily extended the coverage by paying the full cost of the gas cylinder every two months.
The process is carried out through a digital account/social savings account or in-person channels such as lottery outlets and CAIXA AQUI branches. It is essential that the family keeps their CadÚnico (Single Registry for Social Programs) information updated to be prioritized in the selection system.
If your family relies on bottled gas, understanding the criteria, payment schedule, and safe withdrawal methods can make all the difference at the end of the month.
Keep reading for a practical step-by-step guide — including documents, official channels, and tips to avoid scams — and discover how to check if you are already entitled to it. gas allowance.
What is Gas Aid?
O Gas Allowance (Officially "Brazilian Gas Assistance") is a federal program that aims to reduce the cost of cooking gas for low-income families.
Created by Law No. 14.237/2021 and regulated by decree, the benefit initially corresponds to a portion of the national average price of a 13 kg gas cylinder.
In 2023, a provisional measure expanded the protection, guaranteeing the full transfer of the value of the gas cylinder every two months, following the Bolsa Família schedule.
The increase in LPG prices has a direct impact on the basic food basket of the most vulnerable families. The aid acts as a direct transfer to reduce this essential expense.