In 2025, children of fallen defenders will receive a pension of 6000 hryvnias: conditions.

10.10.2025 968

10.10.2025 968

In 2025, children of fallen defenders will receive a pension of 6000 hryvnias: conditions

According to inkorr.com: In Ukraine, a number of laws are in effect that give individuals the opportunity to receive increased pensions that significantly exceed the minimum amounts. In 2025, children of fallen servicemen are guaranteed a monthly pension of no less than 6,000 hryvnias, provided that the legally established conditions are met.

According to the PFU, these guarantees are provided in accordance with current laws and are part of the social protection for servicemen's families.

Mechanism of guarantee: who, when, how to receive

Children of the deceased (fallen) servicemen can receive a pension in case of loss of the breadwinner. If the child is studying full-time, the right to payment can be used until the age of 23. Also, under certain circumstances, the mother, father, wife, or husband of the deceased serviceman may receive the pension.

Pension amounts

In case of death during service or while fulfilling duties, the payment by law constitutes 70% of the monetary support of the deceased (per one family member).
If two or more non-working family members are entitled, a rate of 50% is applied. However, even under these circumstances, the law guarantees a minimum of 6,100 hryvnias for each child.
For other family members, the minimum is set at 7,800 hryvnias.

These norms apply regardless of the deceased's insurance experience, even if they did not have sufficient work experience, provided that the death occurred during service or for reasons related to service.

Alternative: social assistance

If the child or other family members do not receive a pension for the loss of the breadwinner, they may be granted social assistance. It is calculated based on the subsistence minimum.

100% of the subsistence minimum - for one child;
120% - for two children;
150% - for three children.

These payments are a form of support from the state when the right to a pension is inactive.

How to apply for payments: step-by-step instructions

Step	Action	Comment
1	Submit an application to the Pension Fund of Ukraine	The application can be submitted at any territorial office of the PFU, regardless of the place of residence.
2	Add documents	The required documents include the child's birth certificate, the serviceman's death certificate, and documents verifying family ties.
3	Wait for the decision	Usually, decisions on pension cases are made within 10 days after receiving the documents.
4	Recalculation in case of changes	All pensions appointed by law are adjusted in case of changes in the monetary support of the relevant categories.

Useful notes and tips

The right to a pension is retained even if the child or other family members did not live with the serviceman or were not dependent on him.
All legal statuses, such as adopted children, stepchildren, or stepdaughters, may have the right to payments under certain conditions.
The mother or wife (husband) of the deceased may receive an early pension upon reaching 50 years if they have at least 20 years of insurance experience.
If several individuals claim the payment, the PFU may adjust the pension amount for each individually.

Although the legislation is clear, difficulties may arise with the application or confirmation of rights. It is recommended to consult legal advisors or representatives of the PFU for proper documentation.

Anyone who has lost a breadwinner-serviceman may be entitled to pension or social support under current laws. A clear guide to applying for payments will help families make use of their rights more quickly and effectively.