How much does it cost to support a child

The Cost of Raising a Child

Posted by Mark Lino, Economist at the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion in Food and Nutrition

Feb 18, 2020

Families Projected to Spend an Average of $233,610 Raising a Child Born in 2015.

USDA recently issued Expenditures on Children by Families, 2015. This report is also known as “The Cost of Raising a Child.” USDA has been tracking the cost of raising a child since 1960 and this analysis examines expenses by age of child, household income, budgetary component, and region of the country.

Based on the most recent data from the Consumer Expenditures Survey, in 2015, a family will spend approximately $12,980 annually per child in a middle-income ($59,200-$107,400), two-child, married-couple family. Middle-income, married-couple parents of a child born in 2015 may expect to spend $233,610 ($284,570 if projected inflation costs are factored in*) for food, shelter, and other necessities to raise a child through age 17. This does not include the cost of a college education.

Where does the money go? For a middle-income family, housing accounts for the largest share at 29% of total child-rearing costs. Food is second at 18%, and child care/education (for those with the expense) is third at 16%. Expenses vary depending on the age of the child.

As families often need more room to accommodate children, housing is the largest expense.

We did the analysis by household income level, age of the child, and region of residence. Not surprising, the higher a family’s income the more was spent on a child, particularly for child care/education and miscellaneous expenses.

Expenses also increase as a child ages. Overall annual expenses averaged about $300 less for children from birth to 2 years old, and averaged $900 more for teenagers between 15-17 years of age. Teenagers have higher food costs as well as higher transportation costs as these are the years they start to drive so insurance is included or a maybe a second car is purchased for them.

Regional variation was also observed. Families in the urban Northeast spent the most on a child, followed by families in the urban West, urban South, and urban Midwest. Families in rural areas throughout the country spent the least on a child—child-rearing expenses were 27% lower in rural areas than the urban Northeast, primarily due to lower housing and child care/education expenses.

Child-rearing expenses are subject to economies of scale. That is, with each additional child, expenses on each declines. For married-couple families with one child, expenses averaged 27% more per child than expenses in a two-child family. For families with three or more children, per child expenses averaged 24% less on each child than on a child in a two-child family. This is sometimes referred to as the “cheaper by the dozen” effect. Each additional child costs less because children can share a bedroom; a family can buy food in larger, more economical quantities; clothing and toys can be handed down; and older children can often babysit younger ones.

Food costs have decreased over the years thanks to increased efficiency in American agriculture.

This report is one of many ways that USDA works to support American families through our programs and work. It outlines typical spending by families from across the country, and is used in a number of ways to help support and education American families. Courts and state governments use this data to inform their decisions about child support guidelines and foster care payments. Financial planners use the information to provide advice to their clients, and families can access our Cost of Raising a Child calculator, which we update with every report on our website, to look at spending patterns for families similar to theirs. This Calculator is one of many tools available on MyMoney. gov, a government research and data clearinghouse related to financial education.

This year we released the report at a time when families are thinking about their plans for the New Year. We’ve been focusing on nutrition-related New Year’s resolutions – or what we are referring to as Real Solutions - on our MyPlate website, ChooseMyPlate.gov. This report and the updated calculator can help families as they focus on financial health resolutions. This report will provide families with a greater awareness of the expenses they are likely to face while raising children.

In addition to the report and the calculator, we also have a dedicated section on ChooseMyPlate.gov that provides tips and tools to aid families and individuals in making healthy choices while staying on a budget. For strategies beyond food, our friends at MyMoney.gov offer a wealth of information to help Americans plan for their financial future.

For more information on the Annual Report on Expenditures on Children by Families, also known as the cost of raising a child, go to: www. fns.usda.gov/resource/expenditures-children-families-reports-all-years.

*Projected inflationary costs are estimated to average 2.2 percent per year. This estimate is calculated by averaging the rate of inflation over the past 20 years.

Editor’s Note (March 8, 2017): The comparison of rural vs. urban northeast child care and education value has been updated.

Visit the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s MyMoney.gov for more resources to ensure financial well-being this New Year’s season!

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Cost of Raising a Child

How much does it cost to have a baby and raise them? A 2015 study done by the USDA found that it cost an estimated $233,610 to raise two children from birth to age 17 in a middle-income family with two parents. That figure, adjusted for inflation, is just over a quarter of a million dollars at $286,000 in 2022. Shouldering the cost of raising children can be an additional pressure on parents, especially as costs continue to rise. Here’s what you need to know.

How much does it cost to have a baby?

Having a child is an undeniably major life change. Women and families today may be more anxious to understand how life and their financial situation might change with a baby, whether anticipated or unplanned. Here are just some of the expected costs related to having and raising a baby:

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The average cost of powdered formula is around $400-$800 per month for babies who are exclusively fed on formula. This cost could be different depending on your situation, such as if your baby needs special formula, if there is a formula shortage or recall or if your baby is also fed breast milk. (Babycenter.com)
A study by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that the total costs associated with being pregnant, experiencing childbirth and postpartum care averaged $18,865. (Kaiser Family Foundation)
That same study found that average vaginal deliveries cost $14,768, with $2,655 paid out of pocket, while the average cesarean section cost $26,280, with $3,214 paid out of pocket. (Kaiser Family Foundation)
A home birth could cost between $1,500 to $5,000, but typically isn’t covered by health insurance. (Healthline)
Adoption and in vitro fertilization (IVF) costs can also vary. One cycle of IVF could range between $4,900 to $30,000 depending how the procedure is performed, while private adoption fees could be between $20,000 to $45,000. (Healthline)
The annual cost of childcare for infants to four years old averages about $10,000 per child for center-based care and $8,000 for home-based care. (S. Treasury Department)
A survey from CNBC found that the weekly cost of a nanny for a single child in 2021 was $694, up from $565 in 2019. An after school sitter in 2021 was $261, slightly higher than the 2019 figure of $243. (CNBC)
That same study found that parents reported spending more than 20% of their household income on childcare, although 72% reported spending 10% or more. (CNBC)
With babies going through 6-12 diapers per day, this could mean up to $936 per year, or $18 a week, spent on disposable diapers. (Healthline)
Getting all the necessary gear for a baby, like strollers, car seats, play pens and carriers, can cost anywhere from $425 to nearly $3,000. (The Bump)

How much do school expenses cost?

A major expense when it comes to raising children is the cost of education. Starting with preschool, the average cost per year of tuition can range from $4,460 to $13,158 per year, or about $372-$1,100 per month.

When it comes to kindergarten through high school, parents can choose between public and private schools. For private schools, the Education Data Initiative estimated that tuition costs an average of $12,350 per year. Associated costs, like technology, textbooks, back-to-school supplies and more, could bring that up to $16,050. For a child to be in private school from kindergarten through eighth grade, the estimated cost could be around $208,650.

Public schools don’t charge a tuition fee like private schools, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t costs as well. In 2016, the University of Michigan estimated that it cost $302 per student to play sports, $218 for arts like music, theater or yearbook, and $124 for other clubs. These figures included costs like participation fees, equipment and travel, and may have been increased since due to inflation.

Paying for college

Currently, the average cost of full-time undergraduate tuition for a public university ranges from $10,740 for in-state students and $27,560 for out-of-state students. Parents who choose to pay for college can take advantage of savings plans like the 529 plan. Starting early in your kids’ lives allows you to leverage time to build up savings for your child’s post-high school education.

The school that your child attends matters, too. While they may receive a lower tuition for attending an in-state public school, they may want to go out-of-state as well. Below are the most expensive and cheapest states for out-of-state students attending a 4-year public university:

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Five cheapest states for out-of-state students attending a 4-year public university

Florida: $4,463 per year
Wyoming: $4,747 per year
District of Columbia: $6,020 per year
Nevada: $6,023 per year
Utah: $6,700 per year

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Five most expensive states for out-of-state students attending a 4-year public university

New Jersey: $14,360 per year
Illinois: $14,455 per year
Pennsylvania: $15,565 per year
New Hampshire: $16,679 per year
Vermont: $17,083 per year

Other costs of raising a child

Though housing, food and child care are the highest cost categories related to raising a child to age 18, they are not the only expenses to consider. Other necessities like clothing, education and health care can be expensive. All of these categories should also be considered when factoring in the costs of having and raising a child.

As your child gets older and earns their driver’s license, for instance, this could be a significant expense — Bankrate’s research found that adding your 16-year-old to your car insurance policy runs an average of $2,531 per year, although there are some relatively affordable car insurance options available for teens.

Housing

Housing is arguably the most significant expense associated with raising a child. In the USDA report, housing costs make up 29% of the overall cost of raising a baby. The cost of housing varies widely by location and the type of housing you choose. Many parents dream of a suburban house with a white picket fence and enough bedrooms for the entire family.

Based on a $250K dwelling coverage amount, the average cost of home insurance is $1,383 per year, according to 2021 Quadrant Information Services data. This is just one factor in the cost of owning a home; you will also have to consider the cost of a mortgage, utilities and maintenance.

Food

The cost of food is the second-largest expense, at 18% of the overall cost of raising a child. Over time, food prices have trended up, with food-at-home pricing increasing 12.1% and food-away-from-home pricing increasing by 7.7% from June 2021 to July 2022. The USDA expects rising costs for 2022, with increases as high as 10.0% and 7.5%, respectively.

To eat healthy foods, like high-quality meats and fresh fruits and vegetables, food expenses increase even more. In 2022, the costs for all food categories are expected to increase:

Meats: +9.0%-10.0%
Processed fruits and vegetables: +8.5%-9.5%
Cereals and bakery products:0%-13.0%

Life insurance

Life insurance is crucial for families, especially if your income cannot be easily replaced if the unexpected were to happen. Funeral costs, living and education expenses and more can quickly add up even for those who budget carefully. Because of this, it’s also important to have a plan in the event that you or your partner are no longer able to financially support your children. Some parents rely on life insurance to ensure that, if they were to pass away, their family would be able to maintain their lifestyle and have some financial cushion for the future.

Both parents should consider purchasing adequate life insurance to replace their salary, even for a stay-at-home parent. A recent survey completed by Salary.com estimates the annual salary of a stay-at-home parent at $184,820 per year. In addition, life insurance is typically the least expensive when you are young and healthy, especially if you choose term instead of permanent life insurance.

The bottom line

Raising children is rewarding and fulfilling to many people. But it’s also very expensive these days. Infancy to age 18 is likely to cost you close to a quarter of a million dollars or more as a parent. But by preparing mentally and implementing financial planning strategies, you can be well-equipped to raise your child to adulthood comfortably, even on a budget. Given the ever-growing costs of raising a child, parents thinking of having a baby might want to consider some of the following tips: start early with a budget, try to live below your means, save money wherever possible, shop around for home and auto insurance each year for the best deal and purchase life insurance when you are young and healthy.

One-time compensation payment upon the birth of a child

The pre-trial (out-of-court) appeal procedure does not exclude the possibility of appealing decisions and actions (inaction) taken (carried out) in the course of providing public services in court. The pre-trial (out-of-court) appeal procedure is not mandatory for the applicant.

The applicant may file a complaint, including in the following cases:

violation of the deadline for registering a request for the provision of a public service; nine0008
violation of the term for the provision of public services;
requiring the applicant to provide documents or information or perform actions, the submission or implementation of which is not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation, regulatory legal acts of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation for the provision of public services;
refusal to accept documents from the applicant, the submission of which is provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation, the regulatory legal acts of St. Petersburg for the provision of public services; nine0008
refusal to provide a public service, if the grounds for refusal are not provided for by federal laws and other regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation adopted in accordance with them, laws and other regulatory legal acts of St. Petersburg;
a requirement from the applicant when providing a public service for a fee not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation, the regulatory legal acts of St. Petersburg;
violation of the term or procedure for issuing documents based on the results of the provision of public services;
suspension of the provision of a public service, if the grounds for suspension are not provided for by federal laws and other regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation adopted in accordance with them, laws and other regulatory legal acts of St. Petersburg; nine0008
requirement from the applicant when providing the public service of documents or information, the absence and (or) unreliability of which was not indicated upon the initial refusal to accept the documents necessary for the provision of the public service, or in the provision of the public service, with the exception of cases provided for in clause 4 of part 1 of the article 7 of the Federal Law N 210-FZ.

If the complaint is filed through a representative, a document confirming the authority to act on behalf of the complainant is also submitted. A power of attorney issued in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation may be presented as a document confirming the authority to act on behalf of the applicant. nine0003

Subject of the complaint

The complaint must contain:

name of the Administration, position and surname, name, patronymic (the last name, if any) of an official or civil servant of the Administration whose decisions and actions (inaction) are being appealed;
surname, first name, patronymic (the last one - if available), information about the place of residence of the applicant, as well as the contact phone number (numbers), e-mail address (s) (if any) and postal address to which the answer should be sent to the applicant; nine0008
information about the appealed decisions and actions (inaction) of the Administration, an official of the Administration or a civil servant of the Administration, including in the case of filing a complaint with the MFC or through the Portal - the type of violation specified in paragraph 5. 1.1 of the administrative regulation;
arguments on the basis of which the applicant does not agree with the decision and action (inaction) of the Administration, an official of the Administration or a civil servant of the Administration. The applicant may submit documents (if any) confirming the applicant's arguments, or copies thereof. nine0008

Executive bodies and officials authorized to consider a complaint, to whom a complaint can be filed in a pre-trial (out-of-court) procedure

A complaint is filed with the district administration that provides public services.

A complaint can also be submitted to a higher body to the vice-governor of St. Petersburg, who directly coordinates and controls the activities of district administrations.

A complaint against decisions and actions (inaction) of the head of the Administration is submitted to the Vice Governor of St. Petersburg, who directly coordinates and controls the activities of district administrations, or, in his absence, to the Government of St. Petersburg. nine0003

Ways to file and handle a complaint

Complaints can be filed:

in electronic form;
in writing on paper.

Complaint in writing on paper is carried out:

by mail;
through the MFC;
at the personal reception of the applicant at the Administration (at the place of provision of the public service, that is, at the place where the applicant submitted a request for a public service, the violation of the procedure for the provision of which is being appealed, or at the place where the applicant received the result of the specified public service). nine0008

At a personal appointment, the applicant submits in writing on paper a document proving his identity in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation.

Documents specified in clause 5.1.2 of the Administrative Regulations may be submitted electronically, but the identity document of the applicant is not required.

An electronic complaint is filed using the Internet through the Administration section on the official website of the Administration of St. Petersburg (the domain name of the site on the Internet is gov.spb.ru), "- gu.spb.ru). nine0003

Filling out a request for consideration of a complaint through the Portal is carried out by the applicant personally, subject to the authorization of the applicant on the Portal through the ESIA.

Procedure for consideration of a complaint

A complaint against decisions and actions (inaction) of the Administration, its officials and civil servants is considered by the Administration.

A complaint against an employee of an institution (organization) subordinate to the Administration or about the procedure for providing services by an institution (organization) subordinate to the Administration is considered by the Administration in charge of the institution (organization) concerned. nine0003

A complaint against decisions and actions (inaction) of the head of the Administration is considered by a higher authority.

MFC, in case of filing a complaint through the MFC, ensures the transfer of the complaint to the district administration in the manner and within the time limits established by the agreement on interaction between the MFC and the Administration, but no later than the next working day from the date of receipt of the complaint.

If the complaint is filed by the applicant with an authority whose competence does not include making a decision on the grievance, within three working days from the date of its registration, the said authority sends the complaint to the body authorized to consider it and informs the applicant in writing about the redirection of the complaint. In this case, the period for considering a complaint is calculated from the date of registration of the complaint with the body authorized to consider it. nine0003

If a federal law establishes a different procedure (procedure) for filing and considering complaints, the provisions of this section do not apply, and the complainant is notified that his complaint will be considered in the manner and within the time limits provided for by federal law.

The administration has the right to leave the complaint unanswered in the following cases:

presence in the complaint of obscene or offensive language, threats to life, health and property of an official, as well as members of his family; nine0008
inability to read 15 any part of the text of the complaint, surname, name, patronymic (if any) and (or) postal address of the applicant indicated in the complaint.

If the complaint is left unanswered, the Administration, within three working days from the date of registration of the complaint, informs the citizen who filed the complaint about this, if his name and postal address are legible.

Terms for consideration of a complaint

The term for consideration of a complaint is calculated from the day the complaint is registered with the Administration. nine0003

A complaint received by the district administration or a higher body must be registered no later than the next working day from the date of its receipt. The complaint is subject to consideration by an official, an employee empowered to consider complaints, within 15 working days from the date of its registration, unless shorter periods for considering a complaint are established by the Administration.

In case of appeal against the refusal of the Administration to accept documents from the applicant or to correct typographical errors and (or) errors, or in case of appeal against violation of the deadline for such corrections, the complaint is considered within 5 working days from the date of its registration. nine0003

Result of consideration of the complaint

Based on the results of consideration of the complaint, the Administration takes one of the following decisions:

to the applicant of funds, the collection of which is not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation, the regulatory legal acts of St. Petersburg; nine0008
refuses to satisfy the complaint.

This decision is made in the form of an act of the Administration.

Based on the results of the audit, in the absence of arguments in the complaint confirming the existence of the type of violation of the procedure for the provision of services specified by the applicant, the official responsible for considering the complaint decides to refuse to consider the complaint on the merits due to the inconsistency of the information contained in the complaint with the specified type violations. nine0003

The administration refuses to satisfy the complaint in the following cases:

the presence of a court decision that has entered into force, an arbitration court on a complaint about the same subject and on the same grounds;
filing a complaint by a person whose powers have not been confirmed in the manner prescribed by the legislation of the Russian Federation;
the presence of a decision on the complaint, taken earlier in accordance with the requirements of the administrative regulations in relation to the same applicant and on the same subject of the complaint. nine0008

In the event that, during or as a result of the consideration of a complaint, signs of an administrative offense or crime are established, an official, an employee empowered to consider complaints in accordance with clause 5.3 of the administrative regulation, immediately send the available materials to the prosecutor's office.

The procedure for informing the applicant about the results of the consideration of the complaint

When the complaint is satisfied, the Administration takes comprehensive measures to eliminate the identified violations, including the issuance of the result of the public service to the applicant, no later than 5 working days from the date of the decision, unless otherwise provided by law Russian Federation. nine0003

No later than the day following the day the decision was made, the applicant in writing and, at the request of the applicant, in electronic form, is sent a reasoned response on the results of the consideration of the complaint.

The response based on the results of consideration of the complaint shall include:

name of the Administration, position, surname, name, patronymic (if any) of the official who made the decision on the complaint;
number, date, place of the decision, including information about the official, employee whose decision or action (inaction) is being appealed; nine0008
surname, name, patronymic (if any) or name of the applicant;
grounds for making a decision on the complaint;
decision made on the complaint;
if the complaint is found to be justified - the deadlines for eliminating the identified violations, including the deadline for providing the result of the public service;
if the complaint is found unfounded - reasoned explanations about the reasons for the decision, as well as information on the procedure for appealing the decision. nine0008

Also, in the response on the results of the consideration of the complaint, they apologize for the inconvenience caused and indicate information on further actions that the applicant needs to take in order to receive the public service.

The response based on the results of the consideration of the complaint is signed by an official of the Administration authorized to consider the complaint, endowed with the authority to consider complaints.

At the request of the applicant, a response based on the results of consideration of the complaint may be submitted no later than the day following the day the decision was made, in the form of an electronic document signed by an electronic signature of an official of the Administration authorized to consider the complaint, the form of which is established by the legislation of the Russian Federation. nine0003

Procedure for appealing against a decision on a complaint

A decision made based on the results of consideration of a complaint can be appealed to the Vice Governor of St. Petersburg, who directly coordinates and controls the activities of district administrations (Smolny proezd, 1, letter B, St. Petersburg , 191060. tel. (812) 576-66-51), to the Government of St. Petersburg, as well as to the court in the manner and within the time limits stipulated by the current legislation.

The applicant has the right to receive information and documents necessary to substantiate and consider the complaint. nine0003

Informing applicants about the procedure for filing and considering a complaint is carried out by posting information on the Portal.

Informing applicants about the procedure for appealing decisions and actions (inaction) is also carried out when the applicant contacts by phone, e-mail addresses, as well as in person at the addresses indicated on the official website of the Administration and on the Portal.

The provisions of this section, which establish the procedure for filing and considering complaints of applicants about violations of their rights in the provision of public services, do not apply to relations regulated by the Federal Law "On the Procedure for Considering Appeals from Citizens of the Russian Federation" (Law No. 59-FZ).

Applicants' complaints about the organization of the provision of public services in the Administration are submitted and considered in the manner prescribed by Law No. 59-FZ.

Monthly allowance for a child of a serviceman who is doing military service on conscription

The applicant has the right to file a complaint against the decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, its officials in the provision of public services (complaint), including in the pre-trial (out of court) procedure in the following cases: nine0003

violation of the application registration deadline;
violation of the term for the provision of public services;
requirement from the applicant of documents, information or actions not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation for the provision of public services;
refusal to provide a public service, if the grounds for refusal are not provided for by federal laws and other regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation adopted in accordance with them; nine0008
refusal to accept documents, the submission of which is provided for by regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation for the provision of public services;
requesting from the applicant, when providing a public service, a fee not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation;
refusal of the authorized body, its officials to correct the misprints and errors made by them in the documents issued as a result of the provision of public services or violation of the deadline for such corrections; nine0008
violation of the term or procedure for issuing documents based on the results of the provision of public services;
suspension of the provision of public services, if the grounds for suspension are not provided for by federal laws and other regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation adopted in accordance with them, laws and other regulatory legal acts of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, municipal legal acts.

nine0031 Subject of complaint

The subject of the complaint is a violation of the rights and legitimate interests of the applicant, unlawful decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, its officials in the provision of public services, violation of the provisions of the administrative regulations and other regulatory legal acts that establish requirements for the provision of public services.

How to make a complaint

A citizen has the right to file a complaint in writing on paper by mail or in person to any PFR Client Service, as well as in electronic form: nine0003

on the official website pfr.gov.ru;
portal vashkontrol.ru;
portal do.gosuslugi.ru.

The reason for the appeal may be dissatisfaction with the quality of the provision of public services by the PFR, violation of the terms for the provision of services, violation of the terms for registering a request for a service, refusal to correct errors or typos, refusal to provide a public service, refusal to accept documents, demand for an additional fee. nine0003

Procedure for filing and handling a complaint

The complaint must contain:

name of the authorized body, last name, first name, patronymic (if any) of its officials providing public services and (or) their leaders, decisions and actions (inaction) of which are being appealed;
last name, first name, patronymic (if any) of the applicant, information about the place of residence, as well as the contact phone number (numbers), e-mail address (s) (if any) and postal address to which the answer should be sent to the applicant; nine0008
information about the appealed decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, an official of the authorized body, its head;
arguments on the basis of which the applicant does not agree with the decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, an official of the authorized body, its head.

The applicant shall submit documents (if any) confirming his arguments or copies thereof.

When filing a complaint in electronic form, the documents specified in paragraph 106 of the administrative regulations may be submitted in the form of an electronic document signed with an electronic signature, the form of which is provided for by the legislation of the Russian Federation. In this case, an identity document of the applicant is not required.

In the authorized body, officials authorized to consider complaints are determined, who ensure:

receiving and handling complaints; nine0008
sending complaints to the body authorized to consider them.

Complaints against decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of an official of the authorized body are considered by the head of the authorized body or an official of the authorized body authorized to consider complaints. Complaints against decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the head of the authorized body are considered by an official of the executive authority of the constituent entity of the Russian Federation authorized to consider complaints. nine0003

If the complaint is filed by the applicant with a body whose competence does not include making a decision on the complaint, within 3 working days from the date of its registration, the said body sends the complaint to the body authorized to consider it and informs the complainant in writing about the redirection of the complaint.

The authorized body ensures:

equipment for receiving complaints;
informing applicants about the procedure for appealing against decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, officials of the authorized body by posting information on information boards in places where public services are provided, on the website of the authorized body, on the Single portal, service portal; nine0008
advising applicants on the procedure for appealing against decisions and (or) actions (inaction) of the authorized body, officials of the authorized body at a personal appointment, by phone, using the website of the authorized body;
conclusion of agreements on interaction between the multifunctional center and the authorized body in terms of the implementation by the multifunctional center of receiving complaints and issuing the results of consideration of complaints to the applicant;
formation and quarterly submission to the Federal Service for Labor and Employment of reports on received and considered complaints (including the number of satisfied and unsatisfied complaints). nine0008

Deadlines for considering a complaint

A complaint received by the authorized body shall be subject to registration no later than the working day following the day of its receipt.

The complaint is subject to consideration within 15 working days from the date of its registration, and in the event of an appeal against the refusal of the authorized body to accept documents from the applicant or to correct misprints and errors, or in the event of an appeal against a violation of the established deadline for such corrections - within 5 working days from the date of its registration. nine0003

Result of consideration of the complaint

The result of the consideration of the complaint is the adoption of one of the following decisions:

satisfy the complaint, including in the form of cancellation of the decision made by the authorized body, correction of typographical errors and errors in documents issued as a result of the provision of public services, return to the applicant of funds, the collection of which is not provided for by the regulatory legal acts of the Russian Federation, regulatory legal acts of the subjects Russian Federation, municipal legal acts; nine0008
refuse to satisfy the complaint.

When satisfying the complaint, the authorized body takes comprehensive measures to eliminate the identified violations, including the issuance of the result of the public service to the applicant no later than 5 working days from the date of the relevant decision, unless otherwise provided by the legislation of the Russian Federation.

A complaint may be denied in the following cases:

availability of a court decision that has entered into legal force on a complaint about the same subject and on the same grounds;
filing a complaint by a person whose powers have not been confirmed in the manner prescribed by the legislation of the Russian Federation;
the presence of a decision on a complaint made earlier in accordance with the requirements of the Rules for filing and considering complaints against decisions and actions (inaction) of federal executive bodies and their officials, federal civil servants, officials of state non-budgetary funds of the Russian Federation, state corporations endowed with in accordance with federal laws, the powers to provide public services in the established field of activity, and their officials, organizations provided for by Part 1. 1 of Article 16 of the Federal Law "On the organization of the provision of state and municipal services", and their employees, as well as multifunctional centers for the provision of state and municipal services and their employees, approved by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 840 dated August 16, 2012, in respect of the same applicant and on the same subject of the complaint. nine0008

A complaint may be left unanswered in the following cases:

presence in the complaint of obscene or offensive expressions, threats to life, health and property of an official of the authorized body, as well as members of his family;
the inability to read any part of the text of the complaint, the last name, first name, patronymic (if any) and (or) the postal address of the applicant indicated in the complaint.

In response to the results of the consideration of the complaint, the following shall be indicated: nine0003

name of the public service provider that considered the complaint, position, last name, first name, patronymic (if any) of the official who made the decision on the complaint;
number, date, place of the decision, including information about the official of the authorized body, the decision and (or) action (omission) of which is being appealed;
surname, name, patronymic (if any) of the applicant;
grounds for making a decision on the complaint; nine0008
decision made on the complaint;
if the complaint is found to be justified, the terms for eliminating the identified violations, including the term for providing the result of the public service;
information on the procedure for appealing the decision taken on the complaint.

In the event that, during or as a result of consideration of a complaint, signs of an administrative offense or crime are established, an official of the authorized body authorized to consider complaints shall send the available materials to the prosecutor's office. nine0003

Procedure for informing the applicant about the results of the consideration of the complaint

A reasoned response based on the results of the consideration of the complaint is signed by the official authorized to consider the complaint and sent to the applicant in writing or, at the request of the applicant, in the form of an electronic document signed by the electronic signature of the official authorized to consider the complaint, the type of which is established by the legislation of the Russian Federation, no later than the day following the day the decision is made on the results of the consideration of the complaint. nine0003

Procedure for appealing a decision on a complaint

The applicant has the right to appeal the decision taken on the complaint by sending it to the Federal Service for Labor and Employment.

If the applicant is not satisfied with the decision made during the consideration of the complaint or the absence of a decision on it, then he has the right to appeal the decision in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation.

The applicant's right to receive information and documents necessary to substantiate and consider the complaint

The applicant has the right to receive comprehensive information and documents necessary to substantiate and consider the complaint.

Ways to inform complainants about the procedure for filing and handling a complaint

Information on the procedure for filing and considering a complaint is posted on information boards in places where public services are provided, on the website of the authorized body, on the Single Portal, Services Portal, and can also be communicated to the applicant orally and (or) in writing. nine0003

List of normative legal acts regulating the procedure for pre-trial (out-of-court) appeal against decisions and actions (inaction) of the authorized body, as well as its officials

The procedure for pre-trial (out-of-court) appeals against decisions and actions (inaction) of the body providing the public service, as well as its officials, is regulated by Federal Law No.