Slovenia

Applying for an old-age pension

Before retirement, confirm eligibility, recorded insurance periods and when a pension claim should be submitted.

AreaFinance and grants
Official sourceZPIZ
Content reviewedOctober 24, 2026
At a glance

Before retirement, confirm eligibility, recorded insurance periods and when a pension claim should be submitted.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1
    Check that this is the right procedure for you.

    Before retirement, confirm eligibility, recorded insurance periods and when a pension claim should be submitted.

  2. 2
    Read the official instructions.

    Continue with the Pension and Disability Insurance Institute (ZPIZ) using an accepted method stated for this entitlement.

  3. 3
    Check the deadline, fees and supporting documents.

    Do not rely on an old article or an expired call for applications. Before submitting, check the current official notice and prepare only the documents actually required.

  4. 4
    Submit through the official channel and retain proof.

    If the system provides a submission receipt, reference number or other confirmation, keep it until the procedure has been completed.

Before submitting, check

  • whether you meet eligibility conditions on the date defined in the call or legislation
  • which information the authority obtains itself and which evidence you must provide
  • the submission deadline and any duties following approval
Deadlines and conditions can change. If our summary differs from the latest official notice, the responsible institution’s official information prevails.

Practical answers

What should I do first?

Check that this is the right procedure for you. Before retirement, confirm eligibility, recorded insurance periods and when a pension claim should be submitted.

Where can I complete this procedure?

Continue with the Pension and Disability Insurance Institute (ZPIZ) using an accepted method stated for this entitlement. The official link points to zpiz.si.

What should I check before submitting?

Whether you meet eligibility conditions on the date defined in the call or legislation; which information the authority obtains itself and which evidence you must provide; the submission deadline and any duties following approval.