This benefit is paid to:

  • Members who are certified to be permanently incapable of working because of physical or mental disability.
  • Members who are at least 50 years of age and suffer from a partial incapacity of a permanent nature that prevents them from undertaking employment.

How to apply:

  • Complete an Application for Invalidity Benefit Form
  • The application form should be endorsed by a qualified doctor at the hospital/clinic you attend(ed)
  • Submit the completed application form + the required documents (in person) to your nearest NSSF office.

Required documents and/or information:

  • Standard processing requirements
  • A certified copy retirement (on medical grounds) letter
  • Medical/treatment records from the hospital you attend(ed)
  • Bank account number and bank name and address
  • A certified copy of your retirement letter OR certificate of service OR termination letter

* NOTE: You will be examined for confirmation of your invalidity by the Fund’s appointed doctor after completion and submission of the form.