New rules for combining survivor's pension with other benefits
The act introduces the possibility of combining a survivor's pension with other benefits, such as retirement pension or disability pension. Eligible individuals will be able to choose the more favorable payment option, receiving the full survivor's pension and a portion of the second benefit, or vice versa. The new rules will come into effect on July 1, 2025.
Key points
Possibility to receive a survivor's pension along with a portion (initially 15%, later 25%) of another benefit (e.g., retirement pension).
Alternatively, possibility to receive the full second benefit and a portion (initially 15%, later 25%) of the survivor's pension.
The total amount of benefits cannot exceed three times the lowest retirement pension.
The right to the new rules for combining benefits arises from July 1, 2025.
Applications for determining the combination of benefits can be submitted from January 1, 2025.
A data exchange system between pension and retirement authorities will be introduced to streamline the process.
The Council of Ministers will review the percentage rate of the paid portion of the benefit in 2028.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-07-26
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Status:
Enacted
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