Bolsa Família August 2026 payment schedule announced

The Bolsa Família program has scheduled its August 2026 payments to begin on August 18. Disbursements are staggered based on the last digit of the beneficiary's Social Identification Number (NIS), concluding on August 31. This schedule is designed to distribute service demand and prevent overcrowding at Caixa Econômica Federal branches.

Beneficiaries can access funds through the Poupança Social Digital account. For those without a physical card, withdrawals can be made at lottery shops or ATMs by generating a security token via the Caixa Tem application. Alternatively, individuals can visit a Caixa Econômica Federal agency by presenting an official photo ID and their CPF. To qualify for the program, families must be registered in CadÚnico and meet specific income and health/education requirements.