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Direct Social Security Guide: what it is, how to access and check discounts

Social Security is a fundamental body in Portugal. Thus, it is possible to access all its services via the internet with Social Security Direct, both in application and on the official SSD website! Come find out more!

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From bureaucracy to convenience: Direct Social Security, where your rights are just a click away

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With Direct Social Security it is possible to access all the services offered by Social Security, but without having to travel. Imagine controlling your contributions, subsidies and social benefits without leaving home.

From simple updates to tracking your history, the entire process is hassle-free and just a click away. Furthermore, all access is secure.

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SSD also offers access through a functional, technological and resource-rich application to facilitate all processes! So, it is possible to say goodbye to the most bureaucratic parts and say hello to innovation!

So, how about discovering everything SSD can offer you and how you can use the app and get in direct contact with SSD? So, keep reading and discover how to simplify your journey without leaving home!

Direct social security: what is it?

Firstly, if you don't already know or have never heard of it, Social Security Direct is the Portuguese Social Security's online mechanism to facilitate access and entry into the system, reducing bureaucracy!

Thus, all services provided by Social Security, whether for individuals or companies, are available virtually, in an intuitive and practical way!

In other words, there is no longer a need to go to a Social Security service desk to resolve your questions. You can access it through the SSD app or website!

Direct Social Security: how to access it?

If you have never used the SSD website, simply access the home page and click on “register”. Then, enter your NISS and fill in the requested data. Confirm the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Finally, confirm your address. Ready! Now you will receive your password and every time you need to enter the Social Security Direct website, simply enter your details and password to access the available services!

Direct social security app: how to register and log in

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From bureaucracy to convenience. Source: Social Security

Therefore, to access the Direct Social Security application you must first download it. The app is available for both iOS and Android.

Then, type the name of the app in the application store or use the QR CODE on the SSD website.

After downloading the app on your phone, simply log in the same way as on the website! Then, you can find the agency’s services available in the palm of your hands!

Check out the services available at Social Security Direct

Because, through SSD access it is possible to have access to a series of benefits, assistance and information. So, check out a list of some of the services available now.

  • Request Password Instantly;
  • Consult information in the Social Security information system (SISS);
  • Change or propose changes to information directly to Social Security;
  • Issue declarations of different types;
  • Request social benefits and pensions;
  • Update the Household and Family Relations;
  • Update income and assets.

Declarations

Therefore, when issuing declarations there are several possible types of requests, such as family, current account, employment, illness and pensions! So, let's look at some of these statements:

  • Declaration of installments paid;
  • Declaration of contribution status;
  • Declaration of non-application of sanctions;
  • Annual income declarations for IRS;
  • Declarations of parental benefit status;
  • Declarations of family benefit status;
  • Declaration of unemployment;
  • Declaration of unemployment benefit status;
  • Annual declaration to the IRS of income from the social guarantee fund;
  • Declaration of sickness benefit status;
  • Declaration of pension income.

Social benefits and pensions

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Direct Social Security Guide: what it is, how to access and check discounts. Source: Social Security

It is also possible to request social benefits and pensions in the areas of family, employment and illness, for example. Therefore, some of the services that can be requested on the website or app are available below.

  • Family allowance;
  • Prenatal allowance;
  • Household and family relationships;
  • Informal Caregiver Status;
  • Social Benefit for Inclusion;
  • School test;
  • Reimbursement of Funeral Expenses;
  • Income and Assets;
  • Extended Parental Benefit;
  • Initial Parental Benefit;
  • Adoption Allowance;
  • Extended Adoption Benefit;
  • Pregnancy Termination Subsidy;
  • Subsidy for Specific Risks;
  • Clinical Risk Subsidy;
  • Posting of Workers;
  • Compensatory Benefits;
  • Independent Workers;
  • Worker Links;
  • European Health Insurance Card;
  • Disability Pension;
  • Old Age Pension;
  • Survival Pension – School Test.

How to contact Social Security Direct: see contact and number

You can contact Social Security via your telephone. Just call 210 545 400 or 300 502 502!

So, remember that personalized service only works on weekdays from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. However, the automatic service is 24 hours a day and works every day of the week!

Furthermore, if you call from another country, use the prefix +351 before the contact numbers above.

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Discover more options: find out what it is and how to request the NISS online!

Now that you know how Direct Social Security works and how you can access the app, don't waste time and download it right now on your smartphone and access all the details you need!

On the other hand, how about finding out more about NISS in Portugal? You may have heard that name before! Because, the Social Security Identification Number is important to identify the worker and is where he receives part of his rights!

Therefore, it is important to access and have the number defined. In fact, did you know that it is now possible to make this request without leaving your home? So, how about checking out the tips and more information about NISS?

Furthermore, access the link below and see all the details of our review. Don't delay asking for your NISS later, be recognized as a Portuguese worker and guarantee your Social Security rights!

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About the author  /  Filipe Travanca

Bachelor in History and Audiovisual from the University of São Paulo. Passionate about writing and literature, he works as a screenwriter, editor and short story writer, exploring the most varied themes and subjects. A very curious person, who likes to study a little bit of everything and share this learning in his texts.

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