Verification Process for Relocated Pensioners
Pensioners who have moved from occupied regions to areas controlled by Ukraine no longer need to undergo yearly in-person verification, provided they notify the Pension Fund of Ukraine (PFU) about their new address and receive their pension at that location. This update was announced by the Main Department of the PFU in Mykolaiv region.
Key Details on Verification Requirements
It is essential to understand that individuals receiving pensions or insurance payments and temporarily residing abroad or in temporarily occupied territories must still complete physical verification by December 31 each year. The status of being an internally displaced person does not exempt anyone from this obligation. Pensioners must specify their actual place of residence in their pension application or recalculation requests.
The Pension Fund of Ukraine emphasizes that pension payments are made based on the pensioner's actual place of residence within Ukraine, as stipulated in Article 47 of the Law "On Compulsory State Pension Insurance." Official registration or declared residence does not impact pension distribution. Guidelines for updating pension payments to a new address are available on the PFU website.
This policy adjustment aims to ease the administrative burden for many relocated pensioners facing challenges due to changes in residence. Simplifying the verification process allows them to focus on adapting to their new living conditions without unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles. It also reflects the government's commitment to supporting vulnerable populations during ongoing conflict.
In addition to the recent changes regarding relocated pensioners, it's important for those living abroad to be aware of their own verification requirements. Ukrainian pensioners residing outside the country must still undergo physical identification by December 31 each year. To learn more about this process and the necessary steps to ensure compliance, you can find detailed information in our article on identification procedures for pensioners abroad.