My spouse has died – widow's or widower's pension
2 tasks in suggested order
1. Verify eligibility and submit an application for a widow's pension.
If applicable: If your husband has died.
When?
Upon the death of a spouse, provided statutory conditions are met.
Where / who?
Social Insurance Agency – electronically or at a branch office.
What to prepare?
Documents covering information not held in the Social Insurance Agency's records.
What to check?
Entitlement is contingent upon the marriage and the deceased's pension/insurance status.
Official source: socpoist.sk
2. Verify eligibility and submit an application for a widower's pension.
If applicable: If your wife has died.
When?
Upon the death of a spouse, provided conditions are met.
Where / who?
Social Insurance Agency – electronically or at a branch office.
What to prepare?
Documents as required by the Social Insurance Agency.
What to check?
Entitlement is contingent upon the marriage and fulfillment of statutory conditions.
Official source: socpoist.sk
