Iranian Government Accelerates Pension Back-Pay, Announces Full Settlement Schedule
In a significant move to address financial commitments, the Iranian government has officially resumed the disbursement of outstanding pension payments for higher-income retirees. A definitive schedule has been set to clear all related arrears by mid-Aban (early November), signaling a concerted effort to fulfill obligations to its retired community.
Phased Payments Underway
According to an official report from the Social Security Organization, the process to settle the delayed payments from the month of Farvardin is now actively progressing. The initiative follows a systematic, alphabetical approach to ensure orderly and efficient distribution.
Payments for retirees with pensions exceeding 30 million Tomans, whose last names begin with the Persian letters “Ain,” “Ghein,” “Fe,” and “Ghaaf,” were processed yesterday via the Bank Refah Kargaran. This alphabetical rollout is set to continue in the coming days.
A Broader Commitment to Retirees
This latest action builds upon the government’s previous fulfillment of its commitments to minimum-wage pensioners and survivors covered by social security. The accelerated timeline for settling these arrears highlights the administration’s ongoing focus on providing for its citizens and ensuring the financial security of those who have served the nation.
The announcement is widely seen as a positive step toward resolving all pending pension claims, reinforcing the social welfare framework in the country.