Pensions could be increased by 1,038 UAH: what documentation is required
This was announced by the Pension Fund of Ukraine.
Pensioners who have reached the age of 80 can expect an additional pension supplement of 1,038 hryvnias.
Those who meet several conditions simultaneously are entitled to this increase. This applies to people who live alone and have no able-bodied relatives obliged to support them.
At the same time, as noted, it does not matter where exactly such relatives are located – in Ukraine or abroad.
Another mandatory condition is a confirmed need for constant external care. It is here that the conclusion of the medical advisory board is of decisive importance, confirming that the person, due to their state of health, cannot look after themselves independently and requires assistance.
What certificate needs to be obtained
To obtain the necessary medical certificate, you must first consult your GP. They will assess the patient’s condition and, if necessary, issue a referral to the commission.
As a rule, a positive decision is made for people with significant mobility limitations, chronic illnesses or disabilities.
Pensions in Ukraine – what else will change in April 2026
In April 2026, Ukraine will recalculate payments for working pensioners. According to the Pension Fund of Ukraine, approximately 650,000 people fall into this category – that is, one in four working pensioners.
For those who retired later, the next automatic recalculation will not take place until April 2027.
No significant changes are expected in April for other categories of pensioners, except for those who have reached a certain ‘milestone’ age.
Separately, in 2026, citizens were reminded of the need to notify the Pension Fund of Ukraine in the event of changes to their personal details. Failure to do so may result in delays in payments, technical blocking of fund transfers, and in some cases, a demand to repay overpayments.
In the event of discrepancies in the registers, the system will require confirmation. The operation of electronic pension files and the PFU’s document flow depend on the accuracy of the data.
It should be noted that Ukraine will not cease payments to pensioners, even if aid from the EU is delayed. According to an expert, it would be more advantageous for the state to resort to issuing hryvnia than to allow social payments to cease entirely
