Cash assistance is financial support provided to the most vulnerable refugees, asylum-seekers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) or households with specific needs, as identified through an assessment, to help meet their basic needs.
To determine your eligibility, refer to the following information that is most suitable to your situation to understand the registration requirements, and the steps in receiving cash assistance.
Only the most vulnerable households with specific needs are prioritized for cash assistance. Eligibility is determined through a socio-economic assessment conducted by UNHCR’s partners.
Eligibility is based on a socio-economic assessment, which evaluates your household’s specific circumstances and capacity to support itself.
Note: Being assessed does not guarantee cash assistance.
You will need to provide any relevant documents, such as:
It may take up to two months after the assessment. If you haven’t received a response within this period, contact UNHCR’s partner who conducted the assessment.
Cash assistance is distributed via:
If you cannot collect your assistance, contact the partner that conducted your assessment to make alternative arrangements.
No, cash assistance is provided for a limited period based on your assessment. Continuous eligibility depends on re-assessment and funding availability.
If you are not selected for cash assistance, you may still qualify for other services such as legal assistance, case management, or psychosocial support.
Contact UNHCR or the relevant partner:
Update your contact details with the partner conducting your assessment to ensure you can be reached.
