When Can I Stop Paying SSS Contributions? Rules for Retirement and Cessation
Learn when you can stop paying SSS contributions, how retirement age affects payments, and the process for employed and self-employed members.
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You can stop paying SSS (Social Security System) contributions once you reach the retirement age of 60 or 65, depending on when you choose to retire and start receiving your pension. If you're employed, your SSS contributions will cease automatically upon your retirement. Self-employed and voluntary members must notify SSS to stop contributions upon reaching the eligible retirement age.
FAQs & Answers
- At what age can I stop paying SSS contributions? You can stop paying SSS contributions once you reach the retirement age of 60 or 65, depending on when you opt to retire and start receiving your pension.
- Do employed members automatically stop SSS contributions upon retirement? Yes, employed members' SSS contributions automatically cease once they retire.
- What must self-employed members do to stop paying SSS contributions at retirement? Self-employed and voluntary SSS members need to notify the SSS office to stop their contributions after reaching the eligible retirement age.
- Is it mandatory to keep paying SSS if still working after retirement age? If you continue working after retirement age, contributions may still be required unless you formally notify SSS or meet specific conditions for cessation.