Brazilian citizens aged 60 or over are already considered elderly. As a result, they are entitled to various benefits guaranteed by the Statute for the Elderly, formulated in 2003. Through it, some exclusive advantages are guaranteed to these individuals, which can range from fare exemption to free tickets to travel around the country.
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free ticket
Did you know that seniors over 65 are entitled to free tickets for interstate travel on conventional buses?
Basically, all road transport companies in the country are required to separate some free spaces for seniors and students. Also, if you don't get one of these seats, you can find a 50% discount on tickets.
By the way, these tickets can also be valid for intercity vehicles, depending on each municipality.
free remedies
Thanks to the Unified Health System (SUS), seniors over 60 are able to find medication for continuous use free of charge. This is because the government makes these drugs available for the most different treatments, especially for people in vulnerable situations. In this case, it is possible to find even prostheses, orthoses and rehabilitation.
Income Tax Exemption
Up to a certain annual amount, seniors over 65 years of age are entitled to partial exemption from Income Tax. For it to be complete, it is necessary to present some serious health condition, such as Parkinson's, cancer, AIDS, among other illnesses.
half price
As well as free tickets distributed free of charge to students and seniors, the same goes for half-price tickets. In this case, seniors over 60 can access cultural and leisure events with a 50% discount on their tickets. All you have to do is present a document proving your age at the time of ticket purchase.
Priority in housing programs
Some housing programs, whether public or subsidized by the government, on the interested list, guarantee a certain priority for seniors who intend to buy their own home. The rules determine that 3% of the properties are exclusive to this public, where financing will depend on each person's income.