Retirement Options under Law 73 and Strategies to Enhance Pension Benefits at IMSS
Alright, let's get down to the brass tacks about Law 73 of the IMSS. this legislation is still kicking, but only for those who kicked off their formal work life prior to July 1, 1997. That's right, if you were born in 1979 or before and started working before you turned 18, you might just qualify for this juicy pension deal.
What's so great about Law 73, you ask? Well, it allows you to retire with fewer weeks of contribution under your belt and with a state-funded pension for life. The payout amount is calculated based on your average salary over the last 250 weeks contributed and the total number of weeks accumulated. Plus, there's a Guaranteed Minimum Pension floating around 9,407 pesos in 2025, though it does fluctuate with the UMA (Unit of Measurement and Update) and inflation.
To access this pension goldmine, you've got a couple of options: advanced age cessation at 60 years old or waiting till 65 for old age retirement. But hey, don't get too excited just yet—you still need to have at least 500 weeks of contributions under your belt.
Got a hankering to beef up your pension? Look no further than Modalidad 40, the IMSS's tool for voluntary continued contribution. This baby requires a 13.347% contribution on your base salary and allows you to contribute up to 25 UMAs per month. Score! This is perfect for making up for missed contributions or giving your pension a nice, juicy base salary bump.
Starting in 2026, Guaranteed Minimum Pension recipients under Law 73 can expect a tasty 12% increase, thanks to an adjustment linked to the minimum wage. But, heads up! The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) has ruled that Law 73 pensions will no longer increase in line with the minimum wage. Instead, they'll get updated in accordance with annual inflation.
Now, don't get it twisted: once you've chosen your pension regime, it's set in stone—no swapsies allowed. And if you're still on the fence about whether you qualify for Law 73, it's simple: take a peek at your statement of weeks contributed, your AFORE account statement, or swing by the IMSS website or office to find out.
But, what about Law 73's expiration date? Don't hold your breath for 2025—it ain't going anywhere for those who contributed before 1997, but it's limited to that bunch. If you're among the lucky ones, you can still access a pension deal that's more generous than the current ones. And if you're eager to boost your monthly payout, Modalidad 40 is your ticket to a more comfortable retirement.
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