The certificate of a veteran of labor of a single sample is issued by the executive authorities of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation (as a rule, they are social protection bodies). The certificate confirms the right to social support of its owner and gives him certain benefits.
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You will need
- - passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation (with photocopies);
- - photo 3x4;
- - work book (original and photocopies);
- - certificate of general work experience (from the Pension Fund);
- - Documents on awarding medals, orders, distinctions and labor titles ("Honored Teacher", "Specialist of the highest class", "Honorary Power Engineer", etc.) (original and photocopy);
- - archival certificates of your beginning, as a minor, labor activity during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.
Instruction manual
1
According to the Federal Law "On Veterans", two categories of citizens can apply for this title:
- people awarded state orders and medals or honorary titles of the USSR, the Russian Federation or departmental insignia of labor. At the same time, they must have the seniority necessary for retirement;
- people who began their labor activity at a minor age (i.e. before reaching the age of 18) during the Great Patriotic War. A prerequisite for them is the presence of at least 35 years of experience for women and 40 years for men.
2
If you meet the requirements of one of these categories, contact your local social protection authority and write a statement about the assignment of the title "Veteran of Labor". In the application, list the documents confirming your right to receive it. The application is written on a specific form issued by the social security authorities.
3
Attach all collected documents to the application. Leaving the originals is not necessary, enough copies. Originals just show the receiving person. After accepting the documents, the social services officer will appoint you the next date of the visit to issue a certificate or refuse it. The term for issuing a certificate can be different and usually lasts from 1 to 15 days.
4
Registration of a labor veteran certificate is free of charge. Please note that you must personally submit documents and obtain an identity card. Refusal to award a title is possible in the absence of all necessary documents or doubts about their reliability. You can appeal the refusal in court, but no later than 3 months after receiving it.
5
To receive the title "Veteran of Labor", it is not necessary to wait for the retirement age. If you have the necessary work experience, you can apply for a veteran title even before retiring.