Mexico - Apply to Transfer of Right from IMSS Expenses (Mexican Institute of Social Security) to ISSSTE (Institute of Security and Social Services for State Worker

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Transfer of Rights from IMSS Expenses (Mexican Institute of Social Security) to ISSSTE (Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers, the applicant has to approach the Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers – 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 acknowledgement 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. Both IMSS and ISSSTE will review the request and documentation. If everything is in order and they meet the eligibility criteria, they will process the transfer.
12. Depending on the situation, the applicant might receive notifications or instructions regarding the transfer. Keep any communication and documentation for the records.
13. This entire process can be completed within 1-2 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).
• Official identification (INE or IFE for Mexicans, FM2/FM3 for foreigners).
• Proof of your affiliation with IMSS.
• Proof of your affiliation with ISSSTE (if applicable).
• Employment history and related documents.
• Any specific documents

Office Locations & Contacts

Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers


Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado
Jesús García Corona 140 Col. Buenavista 06350 Mexico City
Telephone: 51409617
Citizen Attention: 54488903
Email - [email protected]
Contact link – link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply to transfer your rights from IMSS Expenses (Mexican Institute of Social Security) to ISSSTE (Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers) in Mexico, you must meet the following requirements:

• The applicant must be a member of both IMSS and ISSSTE.
• The applicant must have made contributions to both institutes for at least 5 years.
• The applicant must be a Mexican citizen.
• The applicant must be willing to pay the transfer fee.

Fees

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

Validity

• The validity for the Transfer of Rights from IMSS Expenses (Mexican Institute of Social Security) to ISSSTE (Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers) in Mexico is 5 years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire registration process can be completed within 1 -2 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
• Mobile number
• Official Identification
• Proof of Eligibility
• Specific Transfer Details
• Employment details
• Other Relevant Information

Need for the Document

• The Transfer of Rights from IMSS Expenses (Mexican Institute of Social Security) to ISSSTE (Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers) in Mexico is a process that allows you to transfer your social security benefits from one institute to the other.

Information which might help

Here are some of the benefits of transferring your rights from IMSS Expenses to ISSSTE:

• The applicant may be able to receive higher benefits from ISSSTE.
• The applicant may be able to access different services from ISSSTE.
• The applicant may be able to transfer your benefits to your spouse or children.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some additional things to keep in mind when applying for the Transfer of Rights from IMSS Expenses to ISSSTE:

• The applicant will need to choose which institute you want to be your primary provider of health care.
• The applicant will need to update your beneficiaries with the new institute.
• The applicant may need to pay a one-time fee to transfer your records.