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Request a contribution status declaration from Social Security

The contribution status declaration is a document that proves whether a person is in good standing with, or has debts with, the Social Security system.

You can obtain the declaration online, by post or in person.

A person who has never worked and needs the declaration for school or any other reason unrelated to Social Security debts should ask for it at a Social Security service desk.

The declaration is valid for 4 months.

Service channels

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  • Request online

    You will need to sign in on Social Security Direct (SSD) using one of the following means of authentication:

    It's free of charge

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Who can request a contribution status declaration from Social Security?

The contribution status declaration can be requested by the following persons or organisations:

  • employee or legal person (enterprise)
  • legal representative
  • any credit institution
  • Public Prosecutor’s Office.

What are the documents and requirements to request a contribution status declaration from Social Security?

You will need to sign in on Social Security Direct (SSD) using one of the following means of authentication:

You must complete the form Request for declaration – Contribution status – Non-application of sanctions and submit the following documents:

  • your or your legal representative’s identification document or a photocopy thereof (Citizen Card, identity card or passport);
  • Social Security identification number (NISS);
  • tax identification number (TIN).

You must complete the form Request for declaration – Contribution status – Non-application of sanctions and submit the following documents:

  • your or your legal representative’s identification document or a photocopy thereof (Citizen Card, identity card or passport);
  • Social Security identification number (NISS);
  • tax identification number (TIN).

What is the price to request a contribution status declaration from Social Security?

It's free of charge.

What is the deadline to request a contribution status declaration from Social Security?

The declaration is valid for 4 months.

Additional information

For more information on the contribution status declaration, see the Social Security website and the Practical Guide – Contribution Status Declaration – Legal Person / Natural Person.