Physical Identification Required for Pensioners Abroad and in Occupied Areas by December 31

Verification Process for Pensioners and Insurance Beneficiaries

According to ХВИЛЯ: All pensioners and recipients of insurance payments temporarily residing outside Ukraine or in territories occupied by Russia must complete physical identification by December 31. This annual requirement can be fulfilled through several available options, including:

• online verification using the 'Diia.Sign' ('Diia ID') platform
• video conferencing with prior appointment
• in-person visits to a Ukrainian Pension Fund service center
• identification at Ukrainian diplomatic missions abroad

Procedure Details

The Ukrainian Pension Fund provides comprehensive guidance for the identification process, including instructional videos accessible on its official website. This ensures that beneficiaries can complete the necessary steps in the most convenient way possible. Completing identification is essential to continue receiving pension and insurance benefits.

This physical verification step safeguards the legal rights and interests of pensioners who face challenges due to their location abroad or in occupied regions. Offering multiple identification methods enhances accessibility and helps recipients maintain uninterrupted access to Pension Fund services.