Pension Fund Refused to Recognize Work Experience: How a Kyivite Achieved a Pension Recalculation.

According to inkorr.com: Kyiv resident Natalia Subbocka achieved a recalculation of her pension, despite the refusal of the Pension Fund to recognize her

work experience

Vitaliy Dudin

History of Natalia's Insurance Experience

From 1985 to 1993, Natalia Subbocka headed the trade union at one of the capital's vocational schools. Although there was a clear entry in her employment record about this activity, the Pension Fund did not recognize this period of experience due to the liquidation of the school and the trade union.

How a Lawyer Helped the Woman Defend Her Insurance Experience

The lawyer of the NGO “Social Movement” Vitaliy Dudin took on the issue by sending requests to the successor school, archives, and the city trade union of public utilities.

“It was precisely in the public utilities trade union that the necessary documents were found – minutes of appointments and dismissals,”

After submitting these documents, Pension Fund recognized the work experience and recalculated the pension without additional certificates and court proceedings.

Recommendations for Actions in Similar Situations

• Gather evidence: send requests to archives, successors, or trade unions where necessary documents may be available.
• Check your employment record: clear entries can serve as a basis for appealing a denial.
• Contact lawyers: public organizations like “Social Movement” provide consultations.
• Don’t give up: perseverance will help protect your rights without going to court.

This case shows that even in difficult situations, when documents are not always at hand, restoring work experience is possible if you know where to turn. This issue remains relevant for many Ukrainians, especially those who worked in the 80s and 90s when institutions were often liquidated. Natalia Subbocka's story is a vivid example of how determination and the right approach can lead to the return of deserved payments.