Welfare Tag: Assistance

What is the validity period of the voucher?

The voucher for construction materials is valid for two months from the date of issuance (Clause 3).

How can construction materials be obtained via voucher?

The recipient selects the materials themselves through an electronic trading platform from sellers authorized in the “Ijtimoiy Himoya” Information System (Clauses 6, 37).

In what form is the assistance provided?

Construction materials required for the repair or restoration of housing are provided via a voucher (Clauses 6, 24).

How long does it take to review a housing repair request?

The evaluation by a social worker and the decision-making by the “Mahalla Seven” are carried out within 10 working days from the date the application is received.

What is the legal basis for this assistance?

Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. 313, dated May 31, 2024.

When is the subsidy payment terminated?

If the recipient passes away, is imprisoned, the family is removed from the Social Register, or if they move abroad for permanent residence (Clause 23).

What if the fund does not have enough money?

If the funds allocated for the mahalla are insufficient, the assistance may be delayed until the following month. If delayed three consecutive times, the system automatically rejects the application (Clause 20).

How is the application reviewed?

First, a social worker evaluates the family’s situation and submits a recommendation, then the “Mahalla Seven” makes a decision collectively through a voting process (Clause 19).

In which case is this subsidy not granted?

Repeated assistance is not provided if the citizen is already receiving aid for the same rental costs through the “Women’s Notebook,” “Youth Notebook,” or other state programs (Clause 12).

To whose account are the funds transferred?

Funds are not provided in cash. They are transferred directly to the landlord’s plastic card based on a lease agreement (Clause 21).