Pension Fund of Ukraine
From September 1, 2026, students’ academic scholarships doubled—to UAH 4,000–7,420. Social benefits did not automatically increase.
Starting in 2027, assistance for children with disabilities will amount to at least 8,000 hryvnias, while higher payments will reach 16,000 hryvnias. Applications for the "Schoolchild’s Package" are accepted until November 1, 2026.
In September, educators’ salaries and student scholarships are increasing, while military personnel are receiving payments under a new system. Gas prices and excise taxes remain unchanged.
With 331 votes, Parliament adopted a law on comprehensive support for children and persons with disabilities starting in 2027. The base amount will be at least 4,000 hryvnias.
Pensioners with at least 35 years of service for women and 40 years for men can obtain labor veteran status. To apply, one must contact the social protection authorities or an Administrative Services Center.
In 2027, women will need at least 34 years of insurance record to retire at age 60. The required length of service increases every year and will reach 35 years by 2028.
The government has allocated more than UAH 308. 4 million for nearly 61,000 families that applied for assistance. Payments are being made in stages; applications can be submitted until November 1.
By August 24, the Pension Fund will pay one-time assistance to veterans and other categories. The amount of the payments depends on the status and ranges from 450 to 3,100 hryvnias.
Ukraine has begun accepting applications for a one-time payment of 5,000 hryvnias under the "Schoolchild's Package" program for children entering first grade in 2026–2027. Applications are accepted through Diia or at the Pension Fund until November 1, 2026.
The one-time assistance "School Student's Package" for first-graders in 2026 has not yet been launched in "Diia"; the service is under development. The payment of 5,000 hryvnias will become available later, applications will be accepted until November 1.
The Ministry of Defense has introduced a new procedure for verifying data for the automatic extension of deferment for parents of children with disabilities under 18. The system now cross-checks information against the latest issued birth certificate and data from state registers.
These funds were directed, in particular, to pensions and social payments for a number of categories of the population.
The digitization of labor books will continue after June 10, 2026, without any loss of service record. Paper documents remain valid for pension calculation purposes.
The Cabinet of Ministers has increased the compensation period for hosting IDPs without documents to 90 days. 833 million UAH has been allocated for housing for children's homes in 2026.
Ukraine is changing reservation rules and increasing payments to military personnel. New deadlines for IDPs and the digitalization of employment records are also in effect.
The Cabinet of Ministers has stripped the State Labor Service of redundant functions to optimize its operations. The agency will now focus on occupational safety and support for people with disabilities.
To verify the record, archival certificates, orders, or witness testimonies are acceptable. Employment record books must be digitized by June 10, 2026.
Cyberpolice warn of fake payments to pensioners via phishing links. Perpetrators are using Pension Fund of Ukraine (PFU) branding to steal banking data.
In Ukraine, people with disabilities are entitled to benefits for travel, medication, and social payments. Assistance can be arranged through the Pension Fund, Administrative Service Centers (CNAPs), or online.
In 2026, Ukrainians will be able to purchase service credit for their pension at a rate of 22. 8 thousand hryvnias per year. Purchasing for past periods will cost twice as much due to a special coefficient.
Over the past year, the Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine has restored communication with the government and parliament, intensified social dialogue, and achieved concrete results for workers—ranging from wage increases to the settlement of arrears to labor collectives.
The Government is reforming the State Labor Service to reduce pressure on businesses and digitalize oversight. Savings for entrepreneurs will amount to 4.4 billion hryvnias per year.
Economists advise Ukrainians to save for retirement independently due to risks in the state system. Available options include deposits, real estate, and private pension funds.
Ukraine provides social protection for liquidators and those affected by the Chornobyl accident. However, the system needs updating.
The elections for the Head of the FTUU will take place on May 21. Serhiy Byzov was nominated by 30 sectoral trade unions and 18 regional trade union associations.
Ukrainians can find out about their insurance record through the PFU portal, the Diia application, or at the fund's branches. To receive a pension at 60, 30 years of service are required.
In January-March 2026, the state fully funded social expenditures. The largest share of funds was directed to pensions and support for internally displaced persons.
Ukrainians can buy seniority through a one-time payment or monthly contributions by contacting the tax office. The minimum monthly payment is 1902 hryvnias.
Ukraine has over 10 million pensioners with an average payment of 7,236 hryvnias. Working pensioners receive an average of 7,904 hryvnias per month.
Starting April 15, a hub for consultations on returning to Ukraine and social services will open in Berlin. The center will offer educational activities and assistance from the Pension Fund of Ukraine.