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AHV retirement: first steps without mistakes

Early AHV preparation avoids payment delays and administrative gaps.

Social Read time: 8 min Updated: 14/03/2026

Editorial info

  • Author: Dossiora Suisse editorial team
  • Compliance review: Swiss compliance reviewer
  • Published: 19/01/2026
  • Updated: 14/03/2026

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Information provided for administrative guidance. Final verification on official portals is recommended.

4-step action plan

  1. Check your individual AHV record before retirement age.
  2. Identify missing periods or irregularities.
  3. Prepare pension application with required annexes.
  4. Review first calculation decision and correct if needed.

Document checklist

  • AHV number
  • Updated civil status
  • Contribution history
  • Bank details

Mistakes to avoid

  • Applying for pension too late
  • Not verifying contribution periods
  • Ignoring an obviously incomplete calculation

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