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When does compulsory coverage start for employees?
When does compulsory coverage start for employees?
What happens to an employee's obligation to pay SSS contributions upon separation from employment?
What happens to an employee's obligation to pay SSS contributions upon separation from employment?
Under what circumstance is retroactive payment not allowed for SSS contributions?
Under what circumstance is retroactive payment not allowed for SSS contributions?
Who is responsible for providing benefits to sea-based employees?
Who is responsible for providing benefits to sea-based employees?
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What is the eligibility requirement for voluntary coverage under SSS for spouses?
What is the eligibility requirement for voluntary coverage under SSS for spouses?
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What is the minimum Monthly Pension Retirement for an individual with at least 20 years of Credited Years of Service?
What is the minimum Monthly Pension Retirement for an individual with at least 20 years of Credited Years of Service?
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For Permanent Disability, what is the minimum Monthly Pension for an individual with less than 10 years of Credited Years of Service?
For Permanent Disability, what is the minimum Monthly Pension for an individual with less than 10 years of Credited Years of Service?
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What is the Additional Benefit Allowance amount provided by the Commission in case the individual is not gainfully employed and less than 21 years old?
What is the Additional Benefit Allowance amount provided by the Commission in case the individual is not gainfully employed and less than 21 years old?
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If a retired member has no primary beneficiaries, what happens to the Secondary beneficiaries?
If a retired member has no primary beneficiaries, what happens to the Secondary beneficiaries?
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When does the Suspension of Disability Pension occur?
When does the Suspension of Disability Pension occur?
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Study Notes
Compulsory Coverage for Employees
- Compulsory coverage for employees begins upon employment or engagement in work that requires SSS contributions.
Obligation to Pay SSS Contributions
- Upon separation from employment, an employee's obligation to pay SSS contributions ceases, unless engaging in voluntary membership.
Retroactive Payment Restrictions
- Retroactive payment for SSS contributions is not allowed if the employee's contribution was not made within the required period, as specified by regulations.
Benefits for Sea-Based Employees
- The manning agency or employer is responsible for providing benefits to sea-based employees, ensuring compliance with SSS regulations.
Eligibility for Spouses' Voluntary Coverage
- Spouses can avail of voluntary coverage under SSS if they are not employed and meet specific eligibility requirements set by the agency.
Minimum Monthly Pension Retirement
- The minimum Monthly Pension Retirement for individuals with at least 20 years of Credited Years of Service is determined by specific SSS guidelines, ensuring a base level of financial support.
Minimum Monthly Pension for Permanent Disability
- For Permanent Disability, individuals with less than 10 years of Credited Years of Service receive a minimum Monthly Pension defined by SSS standards.
Additional Benefit Allowance
- An Additional Benefit Allowance is provided by the Commission for individuals who are not gainfully employed and are less than 21 years old, offering financial support during early adulthood.
Secondary Beneficiaries' Rights
- If a retired member has no primary beneficiaries, the benefits may be transferred to the secondary beneficiaries, ensuring that the member's contributions provide some level of financial assistance.
Suspension of Disability Pension
- Disability pension may be suspended if the recipient engages in activities that indicate they are no longer disabled or if they fail to comply with reporting requirements set by SSS.
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Explore the key aspects of the Social Security System including coverage, effective dates, obligations upon separation from employment, and benefits for different categories of individuals.
