How to apply for a military pension

How to Apply for Military Pension: Step-by-Step Guide

A military pension is an important part of social security for those who have served in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and have been granted disability status or lost their ability to work due to combat injuries. The Ukrainian government, according to Resolution No. 975, regulates the payment procedures for military personnel, establishing clear rules regarding the processing of pensions, compensations, and other payments. In this article, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to properly apply for a military pension, what needs to be done, and which factors to pay attention to during the application process.

Key Stages of Military Pension Application

The process of applying for a military pension involves several important steps that must be completed in order to receive financial assistance from the state. These steps may vary depending on whether you are an active service member or have already been discharged. Below, we present the key steps that will help you apply for your pension correctly:

1. Gather Necessary Documents: If you are still serving, you need to contact your military unit to collect all the required documents. If you are already discharged, documents should be submitted to the regional TCC and SP at your place of residence. You will need copies of medical records, disability certificates (if applicable), and documents confirming your military status.
2. Disability Assessment Procedure (if necessary): If you have been injured and lost the ability to work, you need to undergo a medical commission to determine the level of disability. The Military Medical Commission (MMC) determines the degree of disability, which is the main criterion for pension calculation.
3. Submit a Pension Application: After gathering all necessary documents, you need to submit an application to the social protection authorities or the relevant department of the TCC that handles pensions and compensations for military personnel.
4. Document Verification and Pension Calculation: After submitting the application and documents, the social protection authorities will verify the information and calculate your pension based on your disability group and the circumstances of the injury. The compensation amount may vary.

What Factors Affect the Size of the Military Pension?

The size of the military pension depends on several important factors. Here are some of them:

• Disability Group: The largest payments are provided for individuals with Group I disability, as well as for those who have sustained injuries during combat.
• Length of Service: The longer the length of service in the Armed Forces, the higher the payment amount may be.
• Circumstances of the Injury: If the injury was sustained while performing combat duties or as a result of shelling, the compensation amount may be increased.
• Time Passed Since the Injury: If the disability was determined some time after the injury, this may also affect the payment amount.

How to Receive Compensation Without Disability Status?

It is important to note that even if an injury does not lead to disability, you still have the right to receive compensation from the state. Payments may be provided in cases of partial loss of working capacity or in the case of combat injuries that do not limit your functional abilities but still require financial assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Lawyers Can Help with Military Pension Application?

Legal Consultation: Our lawyers will help you understand which documents are required for the pension application and analyze your situation.

Application Preparation: We will prepare all the necessary documents and the application for submission to the social protection authorities.

Representation in Court: If you were denied payments, our lawyers can represent your interests in court to challenge the denial.