Riyadh – Saudi arabia’s Citizen Account Program, a social safety net for millions, is set to distribute a final enhanced payment on December 10, 2024, unless a royal decree extends the program. Launched in 2017 as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 economic reform plan, the program provides direct cash assistance to help Saudi families manage the rising cost of living[[1]]. Upcoming changes will impact eligibility for roughly 1.5 million households, according to recent Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development estimates.
Saudi Arabia’s Citizen Account Program, a key initiative designed to support low-income families, is preparing to disburse its final enhanced payment this month unless extended by royal decree. The program provides financial assistance to eligible Saudi families to help offset living expenses.
Citizen Account Program Updates
The latest disbursement, scheduled for December 10, 2024, will include a 70% increase to the standard benefit amount, according to the program. However, officials have indicated this enhanced payment will be the last unless a further extension is ordered.
Four categories of beneficiaries will no longer be eligible for support, including those who:
- Are deemed ineligible for the primary benefit due to not meeting qualifying criteria.
- Have been outside of Saudi Arabia for more than 90 days.
- Experience changes in household composition that affect eligibility.
- Exceed the income threshold for receiving assistance.
Changes to family structure, such as the ineligibility of a dependent, can impact the total support amount received by a household.
Checking Citizen Account Eligibility
Eligibility for the Citizen Account Program is assessed monthly. Individuals can check their status by following these steps:
- Visit the official Citizen Account Program website.
- Select “Electronic Services.”
- Choose the “Eligibility Inquiry” service.
- Specify the desired payment period and submit the inquiry.
- Review the displayed eligibility details.
The program’s monthly eligibility checks ensure citizens are informed about their benefit status.
When Will Payments Be Deposited This Month?
The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced that Citizen Account payments will be deposited into beneficiaries’ bank accounts on December 10, 2024. This includes the final disbursement with the 70% increase. The move underscores the government’s commitment to providing financial support to its citizens while also adjusting the program based on evolving needs and eligibility criteria.
