The measure was formalized through an agreement between the National Public Education Administration (ANEP) and the Social Security Bank (BPS) and fulfills one of President Yamandu Orsi’s campaign promises. This represents a significant increase compared to the 114,000 students who received the benefit last year and an investment of 50 million dollars focused on protecting students’ educational paths.

Payments will begin on March 3 and consist of a one-time payment of 2,500 pesos (approximately 65 dollars at the current exchange rate).

The bonus will be automatically implemented, meaning that 143,000 beneficiaries will receive it directly along with their Family Allowance. Another 27,000 students, who do not receive an allowance, will be able to collect it at payment centers using their national identity card.

The school voucher program has the support of all political parties in the Uruguayan Parliament and a roadmap that aims to reach more than 200,000 children by 2027.

The goal is to make it universally accessible to all students in public schools.

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