In a context of increasing economic instability, driven by inflation, the effects of the war in Ukraine and the pandemic crisis, it is increasingly important to ensure that your Social Security deductions are in order. These values represent not only your future retirement pension, but also access to fundamental support in situations of illness, unemployment or parenthood.
The Social Security system is one of the most relevant pillars of social protection, but there are taxpayers who have encountered flaws in their contribution records. To avoid unpleasant surprises in the future, it is essential to regularly check your contribution career and correct any discrepancies before it is too late.
Why should you check your contribution career?
The contributory career is the official record of all deductions made throughout the working life. It is based on this information that Social Security calculates the value of your retirement and other benefits. Deduction records may sometimes be missing, especially for self-employed people or people who change jobs frequently.
Furthermore, this check allows you to confirm whether you have correctly received benefits such as unemployment, sick leave or maternity benefits.
How to check your discounts?
Accessing your contributory career is simple and can be done online, through Direct Social Security. Follow the steps:
- Access the official website:
- Click on the option Direct Social Securitylocated at the top of the page.
- Enter your Social Security Identification Number (NISS) and the respective password. If you are not yet registered, you can do so on this page. The password will be sent to your address within five working days.
- After entering your personal area, you will find six main options: Current account, Family, Job, Illness, Social Action e Pensions.
Where to check the contributory career?
- Select the option Job and then click Remuneration.
- Choice Consult contribution career or, if you are self-employed, Query activity data.
- Here you can check the history of your discounts and correct any errors you identify.
Additional information in the Current Account area
In the section Current accountyou can consult the current position:
- Amounts to be received, such as unemployment benefits, sick leave or other support.
- Amounts payable, amounts returned or payment agreements in force.
The importance of keeping everything in order
Ensuring that your contribution records are correct is more than an administrative issue. It is a way of protecting your future and ensuring that the rights acquired throughout your working life will be recognized when you need it most.
If you detect any errors or inconsistencies in your deductions, contact Social Security to make the correction. Don’t leave these questions for later — the time and attention you dedicate now can save you a lot of hassle in the future.
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