A child's parent has died – orphan's pension
1 tasks in suggested order
1. Verify the dependent child's eligibility and submit an application for an orphan's pension.
When?
Upon the death of a parent/adoptive parent, provided the conditions are met.
Where / who?
Social Insurance Agency.
What to prepare?
Documents depend on the specific situation; for a child under 15, the legal guardian acts on their behalf; from age 15, the child submits the application personally in accordance with Social Insurance Agency instructions.
What to check?
Eligibility also depends on the deceased's insurance/pension status.
Official source: socpoist.sk
