Old Age and Disability Grants

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Description:

The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare is Mandated under the National Pension Act (Act 10 of 1992) to payout pension grants.

The Ministry is mandated to remit an Old Age Grant to those that attained the age of sixty years; a Disability Grant to those that reached the age of sixteen years and have been certified as disabled by a State Medical Officer.

Brochures:

• Disability Grant,
• Funeral Benefit,
• Re-registration

Requirements:

The Target Group (Who Qualifies for Disability Grant)

Namibian citizens who attained the age of 16 up to 59 years and those who are permanent residents, declared disabled by a State Medical Officer.

Documents Required:

* An ID Document     

* Birth Certificate

* If Married a Marriage Certificate (woman only)

* Non-Namibians 

    -Permanent Residence Certificate 
    - Citizenship Certificate

The Target Group (Who Qualifies for Old Age Grant)

Namibian citizens or permanent residents who attained the age of 60 years

Documents Required:

* An ID Document     

* Birth Certificate

* Non-Namibians 

- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Citizenship Certificate

Procedure:

Go to the nearest Pension Office. (Section 4(1) of the National Pension Act)

Take with you the following documents:

• An ID Document     
• Birth Certificate
• If Married a Marriage Certificate (woman only)
• Non-Namibians
  • Permanent Residence Certificate
  • Citizenship Certificate

The following will happen at the office:

1. An Official will attest your application in your presence.
2. You will be issued a receipt of acknowledgement. (Section 11(a) of the National Pension Act)

The following will happen after approval:

1. You will receive an approval letter or a notice through NBC radio. 

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