Portugal

There are 17,000 older people receiving solidarity supplement than a year ago.

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Briefings

In September 2026, the number of beneficiaries of the Social Security Supplement for the Elderly (CSI) in Portugal increased to 249,960, representing a 7.4% rise compared to the same period last year. This growth was driven by 17,210 new recipients, with women comprising 64.8% of the total. The average monthly payment rose to 214.53 euros, a 8.4% increase from the previous year, as the government adjusted the reference value for the supplement. The total expected expenditure for the program in 2027 is projected to reach 100 million euros, with a target of 720 euros per beneficiary by 2027.

Key points

• In September 2026, the number of CSI beneficiaries reached 249,960, an increase of 17,210 individuals representing a 7.4% growth compared to the same period last year.
• Women accounted for 64.8% of all beneficiaries, with an average monthly payment of 214.53 euros, reflecting a 8.4% rise from the previous year.

Context

The data comes from the Government of Portugal's Strategy and Planning Office (GEP), published in September 2026. The CSI supplement is designed to complement other income sources for elderly recipients, with a target of 720 euros per beneficiary by 2027.

Limitations

Data is limited to September 2026; future projections for 2027 are estimates based on government targets rather than confirmed outcomes. The evidence does not include information on specific regional variations or individual beneficiary outcomes.

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