Social Security pension to increase by SAR 500 monthly from January 2027

The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced a monthly increase of 500 riyals (SAR) to be added to the Social Security pension for eligible families, starting from January 2027. Beneficiaries will receive the increase automatically, with no need to apply, and it will not affect eligibility criteria or the maximum income threshold.

The ministry clarified on its official X account that the increase targets families receiving Social Security support, regardless of the number of family members or dependents. Payments will begin with the January 2027 pension cycle.

Details of the new Social Security pension increase

According to the ministry, the main details of the increase are as follows:

- Amount: 500 riyals per month for each family.

- Payment start date: Beginning with the January 2027 pension.

- Family size: The amount does not change based on the number of family members or dependents.

- Eligibility and income cap: The increase does not affect eligibility requirements or the Social Security income cap.

- How to benefit: No application or additional procedures are required to receive the increase.

- Ineligibility: The increase will not be paid to beneficiaries who already receive it through a government salary or retirement pension.

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This increase is part of a series of measures announced to support families benefiting from Social Security, and will be implemented according to the ministry's specified timeline.