Social Security in Pakistan
The employer’s expenses are typically calculated within the range of 16.7-22.7%, plus additional fees based on the employee’s salary. The contribution to Social Security in Pakistan varies from Province to Province.
While Employee for the Record in Pakistan is engaged by foreign entity Employee for the Record must also adhere Social Security law applicable in Pakistan.
Breakdown of contributions includes:
- Sindh Employees’ Social Security Institution (SESSI) – 6.00%, applicable only for salaries below PKR 30,000.
- Gratuity Fund Contribution – 8.33%
- Life insurance – PKR 608
- EOBI (Employee-Old-Age-Benefit) – PKR 1,250
- Festival Bonus/13th Salary – 8.33%
Healthcare Benefits of Social Security in Pakistan
In case the required facilities are not available within the country, the same are managed abroad to cater health requirements of the secured persons.
Cash & Other Benefits
Social Security (Punjab, Sidh, KP, Balochistan, ICT), more or less, provides the following benefits to the secured workers and their families:
- Sickness Benefits
- Iddat Benefits
- Gratuity
- Survivor’s Pension
- Funeral Grant
- Injury Benefits
- Maternity Benefits
- Disablement Pension
- Artificial Parts
- Financial Assistance
- Free Education of Secured Workers’ Children
It’s important to note that certain contributions may have limitations, leading to variations in percentages.
