PENSION EQUALIZATION
Is it possible to homologate my foreign pension in Spain?
Yes, as long as there is a Social Security Agreement in force between Spain and the country of origin of the pension.
These agreements seek to guarantee the rights of workers who have been affiliated to both social security systems.
Benefits of Homologating your Pension
Here are some of the benefits of these International Agreements.
Pensions
Access to old age, death and survivors' pensions in the countries with an agreement.
Independence of Residence
Benefits may be received regardless of the beneficiary's place of residence.
Totalization of work performed
The periods contributed in both countries can be added together to meet pension requirements.
General Requirements
Access to the pension requires fulfilling the conditions of age, contributions and the applicable agreement between Spain and the country of origin.
Retirement Age
To comply with the legal retirement age according to the country of origin and Spain, which may vary from year to year.
Spanish Nationality
Be a citizen of one of the signatory countries of the Convention.
Minimum contributions
You must have contributed for the minimum time required (2 years in Spain and 15 years in your country of origin).
Required Documents
Submit the corresponding personal and employment documents.
Application Procedure
01.
Case Review and Application Submission
The contributions made in both countries are studied and the application is submitted to the National Social Security Institute (INSS).
02.
Referral of the File to its Country of Origin
The INSS sends the documentation to the competent body in the country of origin to verify the periods of contribution and issue its validation.
03.
Validation of quotes from your country
The competent authority confirms the years worked and sends the file back to Spain for the final phase.
04.
Resolution and Pension Access
With the confirmation of both countries, the corresponding pension is recognized, generating payments with retroactive effect. .
