Qualified benefit is an expression used to refer to the status of social benefits that are requested from the National Social Security Institute (INSS). The term is used to explain that the benefit request is already registered in the system of the INSS.
But, contrary to what it may seem, it does not mean that the benefit has already been authorized. If the benefit request is registered as enabled, it means that it still waiting for approval of the organ.
When is the benefit application approved?
In order for the request to be approved by the INSS, it must undergo an evaluation by the agency. The application and documentation delivered by the beneficiary must be analyzed by the INSS.
If the documents are correct, within the deadline and all requirements are met, the benefit will be granted.
How long does it take to analyze an enabled benefit?
According to INSS rules, the common deadline for the analysis of an eligible benefit is 45 days.
If there is no problem with the documentation, the INSS must have a decision on the application by the end of this period. This is the average time required for agency officials to check the documentation submitted by the requester to confirm that it meets all grant requirements.
This process is valid for all benefit requests sent to the INSS. Some examples are: sick pay, pension for death, retirement, maternity allowance, among others.
Decision on benefit
If the documentation is correct the order status will change to deferred benefit, which means that the order was confirmed by the INSS.
From this moment on, the applicant can qualify to start receiving the payments to which he is entitled.
benefit denied
If the benefit is denied by the agency, the order status will be changed to denied benefit.
The applicant who does not agree with the INSS decision can appeal and request a re-examination of the order. The deadline for appeal is up to 30 days after the decision of the body.
How can I check the status of a benefit claim?
The easiest way to check the status of the benefit application is by consulting the INSS website. When accessing the site, click on the option accompany order.
The following information must be filled in below:
- Full name
- CPF number of the applicant
- Birth date
- Benefit number (this number is available upon submission of documentation).
After filling in the data, just make the query. The updated status of the order so far will be displayed on the screen.
Pre-enabled order
It may also happen that the order status is pre-enabled. If this is the case, it means that the request is already registered in the electronic system, but the request is not yet ready to be examined by the INSS.
In this situation the 45-day period is not yet valid. Counting starts when order status changes to benefit enabled.
See also the meanings of INSS, social Security and social Security.
