Retirement age
Oleksiy Hetman proposes lowering the mobilization age to 21. The expert also calls for restricting the departure of young people abroad in order to preserve the country's demographics.
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.
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.
Eurostat predicts a decrease in the EU population to 398. 8 million. The share of people over 80 will increase from 6% to 16% due to an aging population.
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.
In Caracas, police blocked a workers' march to the presidential palace. Protesters are demanding a review of payments that have not changed since 2022.
Deputies adopted a law on the use of electronic registers for pension appointments. Work experience will be credited even if the employer has arrears in contributions.
Dmytro Lubinets reported on the cessation of payments to thousands of citizens due to a lack of interaction between registers. To resume pensions, identification is required.
Ella Libanova predicts an increase in the actual retirement age. In 2028, 35 years of service will be required to retire at 60.
Fraudsters send messages on behalf of state structures to gain access to bank accounts. The police urge not to follow links in messengers.
From April 1, pensioners and vulnerable categories receive one-time assistance. Funds will be automatically credited to bank accounts or via Ukrposhta.
In Ukraine, pensions for working pensioners will be recalculated and the Affordable Medicines program will be expanded. Tobacco is expected to become more expensive due to the renewal of excise tax.
From April 1, 2026, pensions for those with more than two years of service will be recalculated. Payments will increase by approximately 200-300 hryvnias for only a portion of individuals.
Moscow plans to transfer the funds of 37 million citizens to a new state scheme. The money will be used to finance state projects amid sanctions and war.
Pensioners and vulnerable categories will receive a one-time payment of UAH 1,500. Funds will be automatically credited through banks or Ukrposhta without additional applications.
The funds will be provided through the World Bank's PEACE project for economic stability. The money will be used to support public services and finance social payments.
In April, the Ministry of Social Policy will automatically accrue UAH 1,500 to pensioners and vulnerable categories of citizens. The money will be transferred to bank cards or by mail.
The government is preparing a one-time payment of UAH 1,500 for 13 million citizens in April. Cashback of up to 15% on gasoline, diesel, and autogas is also being introduced until May 1.
Pensioners and beneficiaries will receive an automatic additional payment of UAH 1,500 in April. The government is also introducing cashback to compensate for diesel and gasoline costs.
The document covers the path from evacuation to integration and the return of Ukrainians from abroad. An IT resource will be created for IDPs with a list of housing and steps for reintegration.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the Cabinet of Ministers, the Verkhovna Rada, and the Office regarding the results of the government's work and tasks for spring-summer. They discussed energy restoration, Ukraine's defense, the state of roads, relations with the EU, and pension indexation.
Minister of Social Policy Denys Uliutin stated that the government plans to complete the preparation of the pension reform bill and submit it to the Verkhovna Rada this year. After the document is adopted by the MPs, the government will be ready to launch a new pension system.
President Zelenskyy announced the development of a strategy for Ukraine for next winter, taking into account the experience of the regions. Also, from March 1, pensions will be indexed by 12.1% for 10 million Ukrainians.
External revenues and partner support currently cover a significant portion of mandatory payments made from the state budget.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted law No. 13646 on the social protection of military personnel, which sets 15 million hryvnias as the maximum amount of assistance to the families of the deceased. This amount includes payments received while having the status of a missing person.
From March 1, Ukraine will see a 12. 1% pension indexation, which will not affect all pensioners equally. Some will receive a significant increase, while others will see minimal changes or no indexation at all due to restrictions.