A: You are entitled to your pension benefit immediately you retire. Contact the nearest SSNIT Branch with your Smart Card or Biometric Card and letter of retirement from your employer (not mandatory). 

• The SSNIT Branch will then provide you with a Pension Application Form for completion. 
• Submit your completed Form to the SSNIT Branch. 
• Provide an active bank account number that bears your name – evidence of bank account details. 
• SSNIT will advise you to collect your monthly pension at your bank