Reasons for the difference in social security pensions and the method of assigning dependents

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The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia clarified the details of the social security pension , explaining the reasons behind the fluctuations and differences in the amount of financial support due to beneficiaries from month to month. This clarification comes as part of the Ministry's commitment to transparency and ensuring that support reaches those who are entitled to it according to the strictest criteria.

Reasons for the difference in the monthly pension amount

The ministry confirmed that the upgraded electronic social security system conducts a comprehensive monthly review of beneficiary data. As a result of this automated review, the financial benefit amount may change based on the following variables:

Changes in the number of family members: whether a decrease or an increase, as the deletion or addition of a dependent, or the ineligibility of an individual, directly affects the total amount.
Increase in monthly income: Any increase in the monthly salary of the head of the household or one of the dependents affects the calculation of the spending limit.
New sources of income: Any new source of income for the family that was not previously recorded is included in the calculated monthly income.

Context and objectives of the improved social security system

The enhanced social security system is a cornerstone of the social protection system launched by the Kingdom as part of its Vision 2030 . The system primarily aims to achieve financial stability for the most vulnerable groups, ensuring they are not solely reliant on government support. It utilizes advanced technological mechanisms to link various government agencies, verifying the accuracy of applicants' financial and social data, thus guaranteeing equitable distribution and directing Zakat and support funds to those who truly deserve them.

Steps to properly assign dependents to the home

To ensure accurate pension calculation, the ministry stressed the need to assign dependents to the correct residence through the following steps:

Log in to the social support and protection platform.
Go to the unified file and select the “Manage Homes” icon.
Review the list of dependents registered in the account.
Drag and drop (assign) each dependent to the house where it actually resides.
Ensuring that the registered national address matches the actual address.
Save the changes and submit the request for approval.

Types of dependents in the guarantee system

The program explained via its official accounts that the dependents who can be added are divided into specific categories:

Close relative: Includes first and second degree relatives (father, mother, husband, wife, children, siblings, and grandparents).
A dependent person is someone who is legally or religiously under the care of the family, such as a foster parent.
Co-occupier: An individual who shares accommodation with the primary beneficiary but is not a relative.

Economic empowerment and labor market achievements

The Ministry of Human Resources' role is not limited to providing financial support; its strategy focuses on transitioning beneficiaries from a state of dependency to one of productivity. The Ministry has successfully enabled nearly 100,000 social security beneficiaries to enter the labor market, thereby enhancing their financial independence.

Recent data indicates the success of localization strategies in increasing the number of Saudis working in the private sector to approximately 2.5 million citizens, contributing to a reduction in the unemployment rate to a historic low of 7.5%. These figures reflect the positive impact of the economic and social transformation underway in the Kingdom, where social support is integrated with employment opportunities to create a sustainable and dignified living environment for citizens.