In Russia, it has been reported that a foreign citizen was granted a pension through a court ruling. It is noted that after three years of legal proceedings, the individual's previous work experience was taken into account, and pension payments were established. As a result, the person received a large lump-sum payment and was granted monthly pension benefits.
This case occurred within the framework of bilateral agreements on the recognition of work experience signed between Russia and CIS countries. However, in practice, due to the lack of full synchronization of databases between social funds, difficulties may arise when verifying periods of employment abroad.
Experts emphasize that the proper documentation of records is crucial when calculating pension points and work experience. If the Social Fund (Sotsfond) denies pension payments, citizens have the right to appeal to the court to protect their rights.
Practical advice for migrants is to keep all labor books and documents confirming work experience throughout their professional career and to ensure they remain legally valid. It is recommended to contact local branches of the Social Fund at the place of residence to clarify any issues related to pension provision.
