Who Can Receive the Electricity Subsidy?
Main Requirements
To be eligible for electricity subsidyYou must meet socioeconomic and administrative criteria defined by the Ministry of Energy.
- Being in the most vulnerable 40% of the country. — according to Social Registry of Households (RSH).
- Be over 18 years old and have an adult member responsible for the account.
- Being up-to-date with payments (with electricity bills paid up to the disconnection date — usually by July).
- Tue customer number associated with residential consumption (whether owned or rented residence).
Special Cases with Priority
In addition to basic eligibility, some families receive priority in the selection process:
- Homes with electrolyte-dependent people, according to official government records — even if they are not in the 40% of RSH segment.
- Families that have at least one child, adolescent, person with a disability, person requiring functional care, older adult, or caregiver — these cases may be prioritized among those eligible.
These criteria help to prioritize families with the greatest support needs in a fairer and more efficient way.
How Much is the Benefit and How Does the Discount Work?
The values of electricity subsidy They vary according to the number of people in the household:
| Home Size | Subsidy Value (CLP) |
| 1 person | approx. $37.838 |
| 2-3 people | approx. $49.190 |
| 4+ people | approx. $68.109 |
These values are applied as one-time discount in a billing cycle (for example, in the bill for September 2025), according to the distributor's schedule.
If the discount amount is greater than the bill, The remaining balance can be applied in subsequent months.depending on the electric company's policy.
Renewal and Maintenance of Benefits
Data update
If you have already received the subsidy, update your information Whenever there is a change of address, customer number, or family situation, especially when starting a new recruitment cycle (such as the first half of 2026).
Renewal Requirements
To maintain the benefit in future cycles:
✔ Remain within the most vulnerable 40% of the RSH (Recovery from Human Services).
✔ Keep your electricity bills up to date.
✔ Do not change your residential status without updating it in the official system.