Claim AHV old-age pension

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1. Claim AHV old-age pension

The AHV old-age pension must be claimed from the competent compensation office; the official information service explains the claim and calculation.

When?

Apply for the AHV old-age pension in good time before the reference age; official information recommends allowing several months.

Where / who?

Competent AHV compensation office.

What to prepare?

AHV number, personal/civil-status details, bank details and information on insurance periods.

What to check?

The pension is not paid automatically. The reference age and flexible drawing options depend on personal details/transitional rules.

Official source: AHV/IV Informationsstelle

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