The special retirement of the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) is a benefit intended for workers who carry out activities that expose them to agents that are harmful to health. Therefore, in 2024, new rules were implemented to adapt the benefit to current work needs and contexts.
However, this article details the changes and what workers need to know to benefit from this retirement.
What is Special Retirement?
Special retirement is a social security benefit granted to workers who work in conditions that are harmful to their health or physical integrity.
Furthermore, the main difference with this type of retirement is the reduction in the contribution time required to request the benefit, compared to a regular retirement.
Traditionally, the contribution periods required for special retirement vary between 15, 20 and 25 years, depending on the degree of risk of the activity performed. However, with the new rules of 2024, some significant changes have been introduced.
New Rules 2024
The new guidelines for special retirement aim to update the social security system and make it more sustainable. The main changes include:
Minimum Age
One of the most impactful changes is the introduction of a minimum age for the benefit. Previously, workers could retire based solely on their contribution period. However, now, in addition to completing the contribution period, it is necessary to reach a minimum age:
- 55 years for high risk activities.
- 58 years for moderate risk activities.
- 60 years for low risk activities.
Conversion of Special Time to Common Time
Another relevant change is the rule for converting special time into regular time. Previously, workers could convert time worked in special activities to increase the contribution time in regular activities.
With the new rules, this conversion was restricted, making the process more rigid.
Documentation and Proof
The requirement for documentation to prove exposure to harmful agents has also become more rigorous.
Therefore, workers must present documents such as the Professional Social Security Profile (PPP) and the Technical Report on Environmental Working Conditions (LTCAT). These documents must be up to date and clearly detail the working conditions.
Review of Activities Considered Special
The INSS has carried out a review of the activities considered special. However, some professions that previously qualified for special retirement may no longer qualify, while others have been added to the list.
This review seeks to align the list with current working conditions and associated risks.
How to Apply for Special Retirement
To apply for special retirement, workers must follow a specific process:
- Document Update: Make sure all required documents such as PPP and LTCAT are up to date and correct.
- Application to INSS: Apply for the benefit through the Meu INSS portal or at a physical INSS agency.
- Process Monitoring: After the request, monitor the process regularly through the Meu INSS portal or by calling 135.
Impact of the New Rules: Special Retirement
The changes to the special retirement rules aim to ensure greater sustainability for the social security system and adapt the benefits to the current reality of the job market.
However, these changes also represent new challenges for workers who, in addition to fulfilling their contribution period, now need to comply with stricter minimum age and documentation criteria.
Special Retirement: INSS
The special retirement from the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) is a benefit intended for workers who carry out activities that expose them to agents that are harmful to health.
Additionally, in 2024, authorities implemented new rules to adapt the benefit to current work needs and contexts. This article details the changes and what workers need to know to benefit from this retirement.
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