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Pensioners who left the occupation can avoid annual identification by transferring their pension file to government-controlled territory in Ukraine.

The PFU explained that pensioners aged 70 and over automatically receive supplements if their pension is below 10,340.35 UAH. The amount depends on age and work record, with the maximum for those 80+.

Ukraine simplified the confirmation of labor records if work books are lost or contain errors. The government allowed electronic registries, witness testimony, and bypassing courts.

Ukrainian pensioners can receive several pension supplements simultaneously, including allowances for veteran status, care, and children under 18, though some payments are mutually exclusive.

The Pension Fund of Ukraine explained the conditions for recalculating benefits for working pensioners: at least 24 months of experience are required.

Ukrainian pensioners raising children under 18 can apply for a special pension bonus under two main conditions: having no official job and receiving a specific type of pension.

Selected categories of state and municipal employees in Ukraine can receive a lump-sum payout of 10 pensions upon retirement, but strict criteria can eliminate this eligibility.

In 2026, non-working Chornobyl pensioners receive a monthly allowance of 2,595 hryvnias subject to strict residency criteria.

Nearly a quarter of Ukrainian pensioners live on 115 UAH a day. Analysis shows the solidarity system is exhausted and requires a shift to a funded model, drawing on European and Canadian experience.

Starting October 1, 2026, Ukreximbank stops pension payments. Pensioners must change banks or receive money via Ukrposhta by applying to the PFUI.

From October 1, 2026, JSC "Ukreksimbank" stops paying pensions and social benefits to cards. For those who do not change their details, the Pension Fund will route the funds through Ukrposhta.

In the draft state budget for 2027, the expenditures of the Pension Fund of Ukraine are planned at 1,278.8 billion hryvnias — a growth of more than 200 billion hryvnias. A transfer of 292.8 billion hryvnias will be directed from the budget toward pension top-ups.

Ukraine's Cabinet of Ministers is drafting a bill guaranteeing that a pensioner retains at least the subsistence minimum (2,595 UAH) of their pension after debt collection. The debt itself is preserved.

Pensioners connected to officially recognized mountainous settlements in Ukraine may receive a 20% pension supplement. XAB.info has broken down the eligibility conditions and the required documents.

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has confirmed: when entitled to several types of pensions, a person may choose the most beneficial benefit themselves and, if necessary, change it by filing an application with the Fund.

🇺🇦 The Verkhovna Rada is considering a bill to increase payments to families with disabled children. The base amount could be no less than 4000 UAH. From October 1, 2026, pensions will be delivered via Ukrposhta. #socialpayments #disability #Ukraine

📢 <strong>Important changes for pensioners!</strong> Starting October 1, 2026, Ukreksimbank will stop paying pensions and social benefits. All funds will be automatically transferred to <strong>Ukrposhta</strong>. 🏠 Now, money can be received in cash directly at home without cards or ATMs. This is especially important for residents of frontline zones and villages. ⚠️ Check your data in the register before October to avoid losing payments!