Introduction to the BISP Card
The BISP Card, facilitated by the Benazir Income Support Program, enables eligible individuals who register with BISP to access their assistance funds. Functioning akin to conventional ATM cards, it allows beneficiaries to withdraw BISP-issued funds from any bank’s ATM. This initiative aligns with BISP’s commitment to transparency and efficiency in disbursing financial aid, thus providing beneficiaries with this card.
Advantages of the Benazir Income Support Card
Talking about the good things about the Benazir Income Support Card, there are lots of nice things waiting for you. Once you have this card, you’ll find many benefits that might make you happy.
- Upon receiving this card, accessing your funds becomes effortless as you can conveniently withdraw money from any ATM affiliated with the concerned bank.
- Bid farewell to long queues; save precious time and effortlessly manage your finances without any hassle.
- Utilizing this card for transactions helps BISP eliminate deductions in beneficiaries’ amounts, thus contributing to a more transparent system.
- Additionally, this card gives your children access to educational scholarships. It helps them succeed in school and ensures a brighter future.
BISP Card Application Process
Once again, the Pakistani government has initiated the issuance of BISP cards. Individuals facing financial instability and living below the poverty line can obtain this card by completing their registration through the Benazir Income Support Program. It’s important to note that separate applications are unnecessary for acquiring this card. It is exclusively issued to registered eligible beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Program.
So, it’s important to know that you need to register in a program under the Benazir Income Support Program to get this card. You can start your registration by going to a nearby Benazir Income Support office and giving them all the information they need. Or, if you want to register from home, you can find all the details you need through the link provided.
Registering for BISP Card via SMS in 2024
To get the card from Benazir Income Support using SMS at home, follow these steps: Send your ID card number to 8171 from your registered phone. You’ll get a reply SMS with eligibility details. If you’re eligible, go to the Benazir Income Support Tehsil Office to get your card, giving all needed info.
Eligibility Criteria
To obtain the card, you need to register with the Benazir Income Support program, which has specific eligibility requirements. Only those meeting these criteria can acquire the card by enrolling in the program. Here are the details:
- To qualify for this program, your monthly income must not exceed Rs. 30,000.
- A poverty score below 32 is necessary for eligibility in this program.
- If you possess more than two acres of land, you may not meet the criteria for this program.
- Employment in any government sector renders you ineligible for this program.
- Previous travel to any foreign country disqualifies you from participation in this program.
- Lack of a Pakistani identity card makes you ineligible for this program.
- If you receive financial aid from another program, you cannot participate in this one.
Getting Your BISP Card from the Office
Once you’ve completed your registration and been deemed eligible, acquiring this card from your nearest BISP office is straightforward. However, it’s crucial to ensure your eligibility under the Benazir Income Support Program before visiting the office.
You can verify your eligibility using the 8171 portal. If you’re confirmed eligible, proceed to any nearby Benazir Income Support Program office. Present your ID card to the representative there to receive your card. Remember, the card can only be obtained one month after completing registration.
Getting Payments through Card
To receive your aid amount through your card, follow these steps:
- Head to a nearby HBL or Bank Al Falah ATM to access payment via your card.
- Upon reaching the ATM, insert your card into the designated slot on the machine.
- Enter your unique four-digit PIN into the keypad when prompted.
- Choose the desired withdrawal amount from the options displayed on the screen.
- Confirm your selection by pressing the “OK” button.
- Once you confirm, the ATM will dispense your requested amount of cash.
- Retrieve your card from the machine and any cash received.