Foreign countries and pension
Do you live abroad and have worked in Finland? Or do you live in Finland and have worked abroad? On this page you can find information about pension matters related to foreign countries.
What do you want information about?
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How does pension accrue abroad?
Pension also accrues on work carried out abroad. In some countries, pension can also accrue based on residence only.
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How do I apply for my pension accrued abroad?
You must remember to apply for the pension you have accrued abroad yourself. The application process depends on the country in which you have worked or lived.
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Service for pensioners abroad
MyPension is a convenient way for pensioners to take care of matters while abroad. If you do not have Finnish online banking credentials, you can access our services in other ways.
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Payment of pension abroad and taxation
A pension or rehabilitation benefit paid by an earnings-related pension company can also be paid to a foreign bank account. Pension is taxable income.
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Country of residence enquiry
As a pensioner living abroad, you will receive a country of residence enquiry by email once a year. Please respond to the enquiry to ensure that your pension payments will continue.
Read more about the country of residence enquiry