Find out how much you'll receive from Comfama's family subsidy in 2025 and how to apply
Family compensation funds play a crucial role in the working lives of millions of workers in Colombia. These organizations offer various financial benefits and services. Comfama is one of the best-known funds in Antioquia, offering family subsidies that help its member families.
In 2025, Comfama members can expect to receive a family subsidy depending on certain criteria. Understanding the different amounts and requirements is essential to accessing these benefits. This subsidy provides financial assistance to many families in the department of Antioquia.
Below is relevant information about Comfama’s family subsidy, along with the requirements for families who wish to apply.
How much does Comfama’s family subsidy pay in 2025?
For 2025, Comfama has set different amounts for the family subsidy, which are determined according to the minimum wage established by the National Government. The amounts are detailed below:
- Urban area monetary allowance: $64.000
- Agricultural sector monetary allowance: $73.600
- Monetary allowance for people with disabilities: $128.000
- Nutrition voucher value: $23.440
Requirements for receiving Comfama’s family subsidy
To receive Comfama’s family subsidy, applicants must meet a series of requirements that fall into several categories:
1. Fixed income
The worker’s income must be equal to or less than four (4) current legal monthly minimum wages. In addition, the combined income of the worker and their spouse or permanent partner must not exceed six (6) current legal monthly minimum wages.
2. Dependents
Beneficiaries must have dependents, such as:
- Children and stepchildren under 24 years of age.
- Orphaned siblings under 24 years of age.
- Parents over 60 years of age.
- Family members with physical and/or mental disabilities that prevent them from working.
3. Work hours
The worker must work at least 96 hours per month to qualify for the subsidy. This requirement is essential to demonstrate that the applicant is regularly employed.
Other requirements to keep in mind when receiving Comfama’s family subsidy
In addition to the requirements mentioned above, members should keep other points in mind when accessing Comfama’s family subsidy:
- Be affiliated as a self-employed worker.
- Submit supporting documents for the application.
- Check your membership status with Comfama.
- Update your personal information and payment method.
- Check subsidy payments regularly to stay informed.
Services offered by family compensation funds
Family compensation funds, including Comfama, offer their members a variety of additional services. These include:
- Recreational and sports activities.
- Education and training programs.
- Health and wellness services.
- Vacation centers and travel packages.
- Discounts at various brands.
- Housing advice and training for unemployed people.
- Financial assistance and in-kind subsidies.
Comfama in Antioquia
In the department of Antioquia, Comfama is known for its work with family subsidies, although applicants should be aware of certain restrictions. This family compensation fund stands out for its high service standards and commitment to the community.
Families who receive subsidies can offset some of their monthly expenses, helping improve their quality of life. The financial benefits are provided under policies designed by the fund to adapt to the needs of the population.
What other compensation funds are there in Colombia?
Colombia has an extensive network of 43 family compensation funds operating across different regions of the country and providing support to workers. Some of the best-known are:
- Comfenalco Antioquia
- Cajacopi Atlántico
- Combarranquilla
- Cajamag, Magdalena
- Comfenalco Cartagena
- Comfaboy, Boyacá
- Confa, Caldas
- Comfaca, Caquetá
- Comfacauca, Cauca
- Comfacesar, Cesar
- Cafam, Bogotá
- Colsubsidio, Bogotá
- Compensar, Bogotá
- Comfachoco, Chocó
- Comfamiliar Atlántico
- Cofrem, Villavicencio
- Comfaoriente, Cúcuta
- Cafaba, Barrancabermeja
- Cajasan, Bucaramanga
- Comfenalco Santander, Bucaramanga
- Comfasucre, Sincelejo
- Comfenalco Quindío, Armenia
- Cofasur, Espinal
- Comfatolima, Ibagué
- Comfenalco, Ibagué
- Comfenalco valle de la gente, Cali
- Comfamiliar Andi, Cali
- Comfamiliar Putumayo
- Cajasai, San Andrés, Providencia
- Cafamaz, Leticia
- Comfiar, Arauca
- Comfacasanare, Yopal
- Camacol, Medellín
- Comfamiliar, Cartagena
- Comfacor, Montería
- Comfacundi, Bogotá
- Comfaguajira, Riohacha
- Comfamiliar, Neiva
- Comfamiliar, Tumaco
- Comfanorte, Cúcuta
- Comfamiliar Risaralda
- Comcaja, Bogotá
With these options, Colombian workers have access to a wide range of resources and assistance designed to improve their well-being and that of their families.