The Social bonus for light, gas and water It represents one of the main economic support measures for Italian families in difficulty. From the methods of access to the necessary requirements, passing through the amounts and news 2024, this complete guide will help you understand how to benefit from this fundamental help.
Requirements for the social bonus for economic unease
The social bonus is dedicated to families with a ISEE up to 9,530 euros or, in the case of numerous families, with at least four dependent children and a ISEE up to 20,000 euros. Here are the main details:
- The only bonus for service: Each nucleus can obtain only one bonus by type of user (electric, gas, water) per year of validity of the single substitute declaration (DSU).
- Direct supply: The contract must be registered to a member of the family unit. Contracts registered to third parties (e.g. home owner in case of rent) do not entitle the bonus.
- Centralized supply: Valid for condominiums, provided that the services are active and used for living rooms.
Bonus for physical discomfort: support for families with serious pathologies
In addition to the economic bonus, those who live a condition of serious illness or have family members who need to medical-therapeutic equipment It can access a dedicated facility. There are no ISEE limits, but it is necessary to submit a application to the Municipality of residence or an entity designated as a CAF.
Necessary requirements and documents
- ASL certificate: must attest:
- The pathology and the need for life -saving equipment.
- The type of equipment used and the daily time of use.
- The address of the home where the equipment is installed.
- Personal documents: Identity document and tax code of the applicant and, if different, of the patient.
- Technical information: POD CODE AND COMMITTED POWER, available on the bill.
The bonus is cumulable with that for economic unease, ensuring double support for families.
Amounts and calculation of the bonus
The value of the bonus varies according to the type of serviceto the family dimension and, for gas, to the climatic zone. Here is an overview of the amounts for 2024:
Light bonus
- From 180 to 600 euros/yeardivided into 12 months, with growing amounts based on the number of family members.
Gas bonus
- The amounts depend on the climatic zone and use (hot water, heating, or combined):
- Families up to 4 components: from 60 to 120 euros/year.
- Families with more than 4 components: increased amounts.
Water bonus
- Guarantees the free supply of 18.25 m³ per person per year (50 liters per day), with variable amounts according to the local rates.
Bonus for physical discomfort
- The amount depends on three factors:
- Contract power.
- Type of life -saving equipment.
- Hours of daily use.
To find out the specific amounts, you can use the simulator on the portal Sgate.
THE 12 months of validity of the social bonus for light, gas and water run from the date of approval of the Single substitute declaration (DSU) necessary for the calculation of theISEE. In practice:
- Once theINPS It receives and valid the DSU, the data is transmitted to the integrated information system (SII), and the bonus is applied retroactively to the supplies concerned, duration of 12 months starting from the moment the DSU has been accepted.
For example:
- If the DSU is approved in January 2024, the bonus will be valid until January 2025.
At the deadline of 12 months, it is necessary to present a new DSU to continue benefiting from the facilities.
How to apply
Economic discomfort
- It is not necessary to apply. Just send the DSU for ISEE to INPS, which will send data to the integrated information system (SII). Discounts will be applied automatically in the bill.
Physical discomfort
- We need a formal question to the Municipality or a designated body, accompanied by:
- ASL certificate.
- Module B compiled.
- Technical and personal documents.
News and updates
Since 2024, with the end of gas protection, the authority has updated the rates for customers of the protected market for the last time. For the light, there is a drop in the 10.8% in the first quarter. In addition, for those who have ISEE between 9,530 and 15,000 euros, the light bonus will be paid to an extent reduced to 80%.
In addition to the social bonus, other measures are available such as theUnique check for children and theInclusion check (ADI).
For more details, consult the portal Sgate or contact the toll -free number 800 166 654 for assistance.