Citizen’s Account clarifies if social security must be declared as income
Citizen’s Account program confirms social security income does not need to be disclosed when reporting income, and explains procedures for fluctuating earnings.
Key Takeaways
AIA question was submitted to the official Citizen’s Account beneficiary service on social media, asking: "I receive social security payments. How do I add this to my income?"
The Citizen’s Account program clarified via its X (formerly Twitter) page that social security income does not need to be declared as part of total income.
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Procedure for reporting fluctuating income
The official Citizen’s Account beneficiary service also explained the procedure for those with unstable or fluctuating income, via its X page.
The program stated that in cases of fluctuating income, applicants should enter the average monthly income over the past 12 months.
It further confirmed that any additional income must be disclosed. If eligibility requirements are met, applicants will receive support.