How to request the new aid in Puerto Rico? Open requests for checks up to 18 months

To qualify, applicants must meet certain criteria. These include having an income that does not exceed 80% of the area median income and demonstrating that they have had a reduction in their income since April 2020.

Those who have received unemployment benefits or faced a significant increase in expenses during this period may also qualify.

Assistance Program Benefits

Approved applicants may receive assistance paying up to 18 months of rent, as well as essential utility costs. This help can be critical for those who are at risk of eviction or who have accumulated debt due to the economic crisis.

Program limits and recertification processes

Those who have already received 18 months of assistance will not be able to reapply for the benefit. However, people who received less than 18 months of aid can be recertified if they still meet the program requirements. Applications will be reviewed to process address changes or update applicants’ eligibility.

The Rental Assistance Program in Puerto Rico has reopened its application process, offering financial support for tenants facing financial difficulties. Eligible families can receive up to 18 months of help to cover rent and utilities, including electricity and water.

Who can apply for assistance?

This program is aimed at tenants living in Puerto Rico who are at risk of becoming homeless or facing an unstable housing situation. People who are behind on their rent or utilities, such as water and electricity, may qualify for this help. Additionally, it is necessary that applicants have no financial interest in the property they are renting.