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GPSSA issues discount cards for pensioners known as ‘Basmat Wafa’

Last Updated 26/08/2024 08:39
GPSSA issues discount cards for pensioners known as ‘Basmat Wafa’

•“Basmat Wafa” is the 2nd transformational project launched by the GPSSA in support of the nation’s vision ‘We the UAE 2031’

•The project provides benefits and exclusive offers for pensioners and their families
•The initiative symbolizes the UAE’s appreciation towards a pensioner’s contributions and pivotal role in serving the nation
•The project contributes in enhancing the quality of life of pensioners and in ensuring their wellbeing
•Offers can be found in the “Basmat Wafa” application for both Android and Apple Store users


Abu Dhabi, 4th July 2023 – The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has partnered with various government and private sector entities to launch the “Basmat Wafa” project, which provides various privileges to pensioners as a token of gratitude and appreciation for their contributions in serving the nation.


“Basmat Wafa” (known as Loyalty Fingerprint in English) is the 2nd transformational project to be announced by the GPSSA this year after the “Shourak” initiative. Both projects have both been introduced as part of an important performance agreement inaugurated for federal and government authorities, signed in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to elevate the nations competitiveness and introduce forward-thinking projects through implementing exceptional mythologies.


GPSSA’s ultimate goal is to strengthen its efforts in supporting all segments in society through legislative and community related initiatives in order to be able to focus on projects that have social impact on people. For that reason, the authority is spreading its efforts in offering socially impactful initiatives, in hope that the spirit of social responsibility will be further instilled across federal, government and private sectors operating in the UAE. GPSSA continues to focus on encouraging various measures are taken to help elevate the quality of life for customers, with emphasis on retired pensioners whose loyalty, efforts and contributions are the reason why the UAE is as developed as it is today.
 
The UAE’s pension authority calls on all cooperation’s and/or organizations to partner in providing more privileges to pensioners and their families, given that there are currently 46,569 registered pensioners and beneficiaries with the GPSSA, and that number keeps increasing. 


In order to access the available discounts and offers, pensioners and their family members must log onto the “Basmat Wafa” application via both Android and Apple Store using their digital identification cards. The application in its first stage includes offers offered by Etihad Aviation Group, flydubai, Abdul Wahid Al Rostamani Group, Al Ghandi Automotive Group, Burjeel Holdings Group, Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (du), Al Tadawi Healthcare LLC Group, Royal Gym and Jabal Arafat tailor, amongst other companies.


Services are available on the application for pensioners who are affiliated with the GPSSA, and offers are applicable to their families in accordance with the terms and conditions.
 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What periods may the Insured merge?

• Previous service periods with any employer subject to the provisions of the Federal Decree-Law

•Previous service period prior to acquiring the UAE nationality

•Previous service periods in any entity determined by the Cabinet

What are the conditions for an insured’s registration with the GPSSA?

• The individual must be a United Arab Emirates national

• The individual must be between the ages of 18 to 60

• The individual must be medically fit to work upon appointment, as evidenced by an approved medical report

• He/she must work for an employer subject to the provisions of the law applied by the GPSSA

If a pensioner from the GPSSA returns to work, and their pension disbursement was suspended because their salary was greater than the pension amount, and they contribute again under the provisions of the law, how will their service be settled in the future if they leave work?

· If they become entitled to a pension for their subsequent service period, they shall be disbursed the larger of the two pensions, whether it's the one they are entitled to for their previous service period or for their subsequent service period

· If they become entitled to a gratuity for their subsequent service period, the gratuity shall be disbursed to them, and the suspended pension shall be reinstated for disbursement

If an employer paid excess amounts to the GPSSA, is there a specific period within which they have the right to claim them back?

Yes, the employer may reclaim any amounts they paid to the GPSSA that exceed the required contributions, but under condition that they claim them within two years from the date of payment.

Is there a mechanism that the Insured, Pensioner, Beneficiary, or any interested party must follow to claim their rights and have reconsidered before resorting to litigation?

Before a rights holder can go to court, they must first appeal the pension or gratuity decision to the Insurance Appeals Committee formed by the Board of Directors, and this must be done within five years of becoming entitled to the pension or end-of-service payment. This means the committee must be petitioned before taking legal action against the employer, and the appeal has a five-year deadline. 

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