SSS Registration Fee 2026: Is It Free?
Quick answer
SSS registration costs PHP 0, online or at a branch. You pay nothing for the SS number, the My.SSS account or the change to permanent status. Later costs are your monthly contributions and, if you want the new MySSS Card, the partner bank's card fee. For the full process, see the SSS online registration guide.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SS number application | PHP 0 | Online or at a branch E-Center |
| My.SSS account | PHP 0 | |
| Change from temporary to permanent SS number | PHP 0 | Upload or present your document |
| MySSS Card (replaces the UMID card) | PHP 0 to SSS | The partner bank may charge its own card fee |
| Monthly contribution, voluntary member | PHP 750 to PHP 5,250 | 15% of the Monthly Salary Credit you choose |
| Monthly contribution, self-employed | PHP 760 to PHP 5,280 | Includes PHP 10 or PHP 30 for employees' compensation |
| Monthly contribution, land-based OFW | PHP 1,200 to PHP 5,250 | Minimum Monthly Salary Credit is PHP 8,000 |
Use our SSS contribution calculator to see your monthly amount.
Example: a voluntary member who picks a Monthly Salary Credit of PHP 10,000 pays 15%, or PHP 1,500 a month.
Tips:
- Anyone charging a fee to "register you with SSS" is not from SSS.
- Employees do not pay SSS directly. The employer deducts the 5% employee share from salary.
- Self-employed, voluntary and OFW members pay with a PRN. See SSS contribution payment.
Frequently asked questions
Is SSS registration free?
Yes. The SS number, the My.SSS account and permanent status are all free.
How much is the SSS ID?
SSS charges nothing for the MySSS Card, which replaced the UMID card. The partner bank that issues it may charge a card fee.
How much do I pay monthly after registering?
Voluntary members pay 15% of their chosen Monthly Salary Credit, from PHP 750 to PHP 5,250 a month. Employees pay 5% through their employer.
Do I have to pay right after registering?
No. You start paying when you work or when you choose to pay as a voluntary member.
Can I pay less than PHP 750 a month?
No. The lowest Monthly Salary Credit is PHP 5,000, so the minimum voluntary contribution is PHP 750. For land-based OFWs, the minimum is PHP 1,200.
Is there a fee to get my SS number again if I forgot it?
No. SSS finds your SS number for free through the hotline 1455, email or any branch.
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