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Portugal increases elderly solidarity supplement

The monthly reference amount for the Solidarity Supplement for the Elderly (CSI) will increase from 670 to 720 euros, effective 1 January 2027. Current recipients will have their benefits automatically recalculated by Social Security, with no new application required.

Why it mattersIf you are a resident over the retirement age of 66 years and 11 months with low income, this adjustment increases the maximum support ceiling available to you from January 2027.

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