Principles of Claiming National Pension Benefits
Q: | If I meet the eligibility requirements for two or more types of National Pension benefits at the same time, can I claim all of them? |
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No, you cannot. Regardless of whether you meet the eligibility requirements for multiple types of National Pension benefits simultaneously or successively, you may only choose and claim one type of benefit. |
Q: | If I apply for two or more types of pension benefits at the same time, how will the Bureau of Labor Insurance handle the payments? |
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If you apply for multiple types of pension benefits and meet the eligibility requirements for each, the Bureau of Labor Insurance will, after review, proactively select and grant the benefit that is more advantageous to you, that is, the one with the higher payment amount. |
Q: | If I meet the eligibility requirements for National Pension benefits, do I need to apply myself, or will the Bureau of Labor Insurance issue the payments automatically? |
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All National Pension benefits must be applied for the individual. When applying, you must submit the required supporting documents in accordance with the specific benefit regulations. The Bureau of Labor Insurance cannot issue benefits automatically. |
Q: | How do I apply for National Pension benefits? |
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To apply for National Pension benefits, you can download and print the application form directly from the Bureau of Labor Insurance website. After completing the form, send it along with all required supporting documents by registered mail to the National Pension Division of the Bureau of Labor Insurance. |
Q: | Is there a time limit for applying for National Pension benefits? |
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Yes. You must apply for National Pension benefits within five years from the date you meet the eligibility requirements. If you apply after this five-year period, you may not be granted the benefit, and retroactive payments may not be issued. |