IMSS – ISSSTE portability: Step by step for the agreement that adds weeks of contributions

He February 17, 2009 It was a before and after for the employees who have been lucky enough to be registered with the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) and the Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers (ISSSTE).

That day a signed agreement called ‘Portability IMSS – ISSSTE‘, which solved a common problem among those who paid contributions in one of the two agencies and then moved to the other. They lost their savings and all their rights.

Today we will give you details like ‘what is portability in this case’, ‘how to carry it out’, ‘requirements’, ‘necessary documentation’ and much more.

What is it and what is it for?

The ‘IMSS – ISSSTE Portability’ is a procedure that must be carried out by those beneficiaries who have changed from IMSS to ISSSTE or from ISSSTE to IMSSThis, according to the article “Portability of Pension Rights between the IMSS and ISSSTE”, published on the page ‘https://www.gob.mx/consar’.

Because? Until its approval in 2009, those who took this job step lost their paid time. Workers are now considered as outsiders to the system of each institution, that is, the time worked belongs to them wherever they work.

Requirements and documents

Requirements

– Have contributions from both institutes (IMSS and ISSSTE).
– Be part of Law 73 or 97 of Social Security (LSS 73 and LSS 97) and belong to the ISSSTE Individual Account Regime.
– Have a minimum age of 60 years (you can start the process within the year before reaching the age).
– Be in the period of Conservation of Rights in the IMSS (for LSS 73 pensions).
– Have proof of ISSSTE-IMSS Recognized Periods.

Documentation

– Government-issued photo ID.
– CURP.
– Copy of the election document or printout of the Single Electronic File that proves that it is under the ISSSTE individual account regime.
– Afore account statement.

Where do I process the portability?

Before explaining the step by step in detail, you should know that the procedure is carried out in the institute where the last quote is available. Now, if the discharge was simultaneous, you can go to anyone.

The procedure is carried out at the security institute where the last quote is available, but if the cancellation was simultaneous, you can go to the institute of your choice.

How do I process portability?

This procedure is crucial for those who have worked in both the public and private sectors and wish to consolidate their benefits. The steps necessary to carry out this portability are described below:

• Eligibility check: The first thing is to check if you meet the requirements for portability. This includes having contributed to both systems (IMSS and ISSSTE) and complying with the minimum contribution time required by each institution.
• Certification request: You must request a certification of your contributions periods in both institutions. This certification must include work history and the weeks paid in both the IMSS and the ISSSTE.
• Presentation of documentation: Gather and present the necessary documentation, which usually includes a birth certificate, official identification, proof of address and certifications of contribution periods.
• Portability request: Once you have the certification and documentation in order, you must submit a formal portability request to the institution where you are currently contributing.
• Evaluation and validation: The receiving institution (IMSS or ISSSTE) will evaluate your application and validate the information presented. This process may include verifying your contribution periods and the authenticity of documentation.
• Transfer of funds: If your request is approved, the funds accumulated in your individual account will be transferred from one institution to the other. This will ensure that your contributions and rights are unified in the system you are migrating to.
• Approval notification: Finally, you will receive an official notification about the approval of the portability and the consolidation of your benefits at the new institution.

I am Juan Pablo Chaidez Aispuro, a graduate in journalism from the UAS who life led me to specialize in content creation to generate traffic on different channels. Since I was a child I liked the news and being informed; today, I consider myself more of a publicist. I gained some experience in the Noroeste sports area and as a radio reporter at Informativo Puro Sinaloa. In 2020 I joined the ranks of DEBATE, months later I became a Web Editor at Debate.com.mx. I am a learner and passionate about music, I am also fascinated by photography, travel, gastronomy, technology, astronomy, multiplatform content creation and helping whoever possible with my work. I always have my sights set on the highest, but family and real friends come first.

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