Important News for Women Getting BISP Money
If you are receiving assistance from the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), then this news is highly significant for you.
Poor women in thousands across Pakistan are now having their BISP accounts blocked. Many of them are unaware of why it is being done. The primary reason is straightforward: they failed to withdraw the funds within time.
Here we are discussing the reasons why it occurs and how to rectify it easily in this article.
Why Are BISP Accounts Being Blocked?
BISP has a policy. If you don’t receive your payment for two or more months, your account might get noted as inactive.
The system believes that you don’t require the funds anymore. Therefore, it freezes your account automatically. This is not an error — this is how the system is designed.
Most women did not receive their cash. Others were unable to attend the center because they were ill, had family issues, or a transport problem. But the system does not know these reasons — it can only see inactivity.
What Do These Block Messages Mean?
If your account is suspended, you might notice these messages:
- Category 1 (NSER): Your family is registered, but dormant.
- Blocked by Bank (SBP): Your bank account is suspended by the bank.
- Regulator Blocked: System has blocked your account.
- ATC: Account is being reviewed by the system.
- LNL Prohibited: Transactions prohibited.
All of these imply: you didn’t withdraw cash, and now your account is suspended.
What You Should Do Now
If your BISP account is frozen or you skipped your latest payment, these are what you can do:
✅ 1. Withdraw Your Money on Time
You may not need money immediately, but receive it when it comes. This maintains your account active.
✅ 2. Check Your Payment Using 8171
Forward your CNIC number to 8171. You will receive an SMS response indicating whether your payment is available.
✅ 3. Visit BISP Office or Payment Center
Visit your local BISP center or ATM with your original CNIC. The personnel will assist you to check or restore your account.
✅ 4. Share with Others
Share the information with other women in your village or community. Many women do not know why their money was stopped. You can help them remain safe as well.
Why Some Women Don’t Withdraw Funds
- Didn’t realize money was sent
- Couldn’t go because ill or there was no transport
- Supposed to let the money remain in the account
- Didn’t realize system rules
But unfortunately, the system doesn’t care about reasons. It only blocks the account after two missed payments.
FAQs – Common Questions by BISP Women
Q1. Will I still receive my money after account block?
👉 Yes. Go to your nearby BISP help center or bank with CNIC. They will unblock your account if eligible by checking.
Q2. What is NSER?
👉 It stands for National Socio-Economic Registry. It’s a government registry of poor families.
Q3. What if I had no idea my payment came?
👉 You need to use 8171 SMS service to check each month. Failing to check is risky.
Q4. Is there a final date for withdrawal?
👉 Yes. In the event that you default on 2 or more payments, the account can be blocked. Withdraw as early as possible.
Simple Tips to Keep Your BISP Account Safe
💳 Always receive your money when it comes
📱 Ensure regular checks with 8171 SMS
🧾 Keep your CNIC updated
🏦 Go to BISP office if you notice any mistake
🗣️ Tell your neighbors and friends as well
Final Words
BISP is a boon for poor ladies. But if you don’t utilize it, the system will assume you don’t require it. This can result in account blocking.
Don’t let that occur to you or your family members. Simply complete three easy steps:
- Withdraw on time
- Check 8171
- Go to the BISP center in case of an issue
Stay active. Stay alert. Forward this message to others.
Disclaimer:
This is an information-only article. We are not affiliated with BISP. For official assistance, see the BISP website or dial the helpline number 0800-26477.