The money from pensions January 2026 will be received by beneficiaries earlier than usual, as EFKA implements a renewed payment system. The new strategy aims to unify payment dates for main and supplementary pensions, creating a clear distinction between employees and non-employees.
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New pension payment schedule
According to the updated schedule, employee pensions will be credited on the second-to-last working day of the previous month. In contrast, non-employee pensions will be paid on the fourth-to-last working day of the previous month.
Modifications to the dates are permitted exclusively under exceptional circumstances, following a decision by EFKA’s Board of Directors and approval from the Ministry of Labor. Additionally, a ministerial decision will determine implementation details and issues regarding benefits that are not paid monthly.
January 2026 pension payment dates
Main and supplementary pensions continue to be paid on the fourth-to-last working day of the previous month, as stipulated by law 4387/2016.
Friday, December 19, 2025:
• New retirees from 1/1/2017 (law 4387/2016) and all new pensions after 1/1/2017
• OAEE (non-employees)
• OGA (farmers)
• ETAA non-employees (freelancers and professionals)
Monday, December 22, 2025:
• IKA (private sector employees)
• NAT (maritime workers)
• Public sector (public sector retirees)
• Other EFKA employee funds (same dates as public sector)
When funds appear in accounts
The amounts from January 2026 pensions are credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts and become available through ATMs on the previous working day, after 5:00 PM. This arrangement ensures timely access for retirees to their funds.
