Currently, with the pandemic, many are trying to find ways to go to one of the agencies of the National Social Security Institute (INSS). However, many of them are closed, which makes service difficult.

But did you know that it is possible to have access to all the information, such as pending issues and check if you are entitled to receive the INSS through the app My INSS? This app can make life easier for many and that's why we're going to talk a little about it in this article, check it out.

Therefore, in this article, we are going to talk a little about what is INSS, which you are entitled to receive and how to consult all this information directly on your cell phone through this application.

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Find out what INSS is and how to consult it on your cell phone

O National Institute of Social Security, also known as INSS,belongs to Government of Brazil and is linked to Ministry of Economy. It is responsible for making retirement payments and benefits for many Brazilian workers.

Who is entitled to receive the INSS?

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All those over 65 years of age can receive the INSS. In addition, citizens who have a disabling disability of a physical, mental, intellectual or motor nature, regardless of age, may request assistance from the INSS.

To find out if you are eligible to receive the INSS, you can go to one of the INSS agencies or use the app My INSS. Check out how this app works below.

How does the My INSS application work?

in the app My INSS, you can get all your questions answered and queries about your retirement without having to leave your home. In addition, it is also possible to request an extract from the Income tax, schedule expertise, declaration of INSS and make a test of life.

The application My INSS is available for android and iOS. To use, just download the app from your phone's app store and then create a login. You can also access the website INSS and download the app.

After that, you will need to open the application, enter your CPF, phone, email and full name. After accepting the terms and verifying your data, just click on “continue”.

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Next, you will need to fill out a form with questions about your life and your last contribution to Social Security. In addition, you will need to inform your salary range and whether you have already received any social security benefits.

Soon after answering the short questionnaire, you will be able to create your access password and start using the application!

How to check your status through the My INSS app?

To check your benefit status INSS, just enter the application and access the menu, where there are several options about retirement, such as, for example, “How do I know if I have a pension”, “how to get an income tax statement”, “How do I know if I have already received my pension” and others.

To find out if you are already entitled to receive your retirement, just access the menu and enter your data. After that, you must make a Retirement Simulation to check how much time is left to retire, for example.

You can also click on the option “Ask for Retirement” and simulate how much contribution time you have. Alternatively, you can apply for sick pay if you are self-employed and have stopped working due to an illness through a Expertise of INSS.

Therefore, just click on the option that is most related to your question. In addition, you can access the website of INSSand clarify all your doubts.