Mexico - Apply for Military Retirement Credit to the Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces (ISSFAM)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Military Retirement Credit to the Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces (ISSFAM), the applicant has to approach the ISSFAM (Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces) link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. Depending on the specific situation, ISSFAM may request meetings or interviews to gather additional information or clarify details related to your military service and retirement.
12. ISSFAM will review the application and supporting documents to assess your eligibility for military retirement credit.
13. Once the application has been processed, ISSFAM will communicate its decision regarding your eligibility for military retirement credit.
14. This entire process can be completed within 3 - 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Valid identification documents (e.g., passport, voter ID card, driver's license).
• Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, bank statement).
• CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población) number.
• Military service records and proof of your service period.
• Records of contributions to ISSFAM, if applicable.
• Any other documentation related to your military service and retirement.

Office Locations & Contacts

ISSFAM (Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces)
Residencia oficial de Los Pinos,
Molino del Rey s/n Col. San Miguel Chapultepec 11850 Distrito Federal
Telephone: 5093 5300
Citizen Services: 01 800 080 1127
Contact- link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for military retirement credit to the Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces (ISSFAM) in Mexico:

• They must be a member of the Mexican Armed Forces.
• They must have retired from the Mexican Armed Forces.
• They must have at least 20 years of service in the Mexican Armed Forces.
• They must not be receiving a pension from another government agency.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire registration process can be completed within 3 -4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• ZIP code
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Military Service details
• Proof of Military Service
• Banking details

Need for the Document

• The Military Retirement Credit to the Social Security Institute for the Mexican Armed Forces (ISSFAM) in Mexico is a benefit that allows military personnel to transfer their years of service to the ISSFAM when they retire. This can help them to qualify for a pension from the ISSFAM.

Information which might help

Here are some of the benefits of applying for military retirement credit to the ISSFAM:

• It can increase the amount of your pension.
• It can help you to meet your expenses in retirement.
• It can provide financial security in your old age.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

Here are some of the things to keep in mind about the Military Retirement Credit to the ISSFAM:

• The credit is not automatic. You must apply for it.
• The credit is based on your years of service in the Mexican Armed Forces.
• The credit can be used to apply for a pension from the ISSFAM.