For Independence Day, Ukraine's Pension Fund Paid Out UAH 1.6 Billion to Veterans and Other Eligible Groups

Funding for the one-time cash benefit

According to Міністерство соц. політики: This payout is part of the annual state support program timed to Ukraine's Independence Day, marked on 24 August. By 25 August, the Pension Fund of Ukraine had allocated UAH 1.6 billion to make the one-time payment, reaching 1,463,000 people. Recipients include:

• veterans,
• combat action participants,
• people with disabilities caused by the war,
• family members of fallen male and female Defenders,
• and other categories defined by law.

The benefit ranges from 450 to 3,100 UAH, depending on the recipient's status. It was paid automatically, with no additional application required. Those who acquired eligible status before 24 August but did not receive the payment may submit a request to the Pension Fund of Ukraine until 1 November 2026.

Assistance for those who need it most

Through this initiative, the Pension Fund is helping people affected by war and social hardship. The automatic payment process removes unnecessary bureaucracy, allowing recipients to focus on recovery and adapting to new circumstances.

The application window, open until 2026, gives an additional opportunity to people who missed the first round. It also signals the state's commitment to ensuring that everyone entitled to this support can receive it.

As part of ongoing support initiatives, the Pension Fund is set to provide additional financial assistance in the coming years. For instance, in August 2026, eligible Ukrainians are expected to receive a one-time payment of 650 hryvnias for Independence Day. This upcoming benefit highlights the government's continued focus on supporting those in need during challenging times. To learn more about this future payout and its implications, visit the details on the upcoming payment.