How many years do I have to work to in order to earn a pension?
The retirement age and the years of contributions needed for a full pension are gradually increasing. Find out all about it here.
*From 2013, the minimum of 35 years progressively increases until in 2027 it will be set at 38 years and 6 months.
As a result of the tax reforms that entered into force in 2013, the retirement age in Spain will have increased to 67 years old by 2027. It will gradually increase until that date. In parallel, the number of years of social security contributions required for a full public pension are also increasing and will be 38 years and six months in 2027. In addition, to be entitled to any pension you must have at least 15 years of social security contributions.
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