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See why you should keep your data updated at INSS.

Keeping your data updated at the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) is essential to ensure access to social security benefits and avoid future complications. Incorrect or outdated information can prevent benefits from being granted, delay processes and cause unnecessary problems. In this article, we will detail the importance of keeping your data updated at the INSS, how to do this and which data needs to be reviewed regularly.

1. Importance of Keeping Data Up to Date

Keeping personal, professional and contribution data updated at INSS is essential for several reasons:

• Access to Benefits: Correct data is essential for calculating and granting benefits such as retirement, sick pay, maternity pay, among others.
• Communication: INSS uses your contact details to send notifications, information about processes and any pending issues.
• Regularization: Updated information helps to regularize situations of late contributions and avoid legal problems.
• Bug Fixes: Outdated data can lead to errors in calculating contribution time and benefit amounts.

2. What Data Needs to Be Updated?

Several types of information need to be kept up to date at the INSS, including:

• Personal Data: Name, date of birth, marital status, address, telephone number, and email address.
• Professional Data: Information on jobs, activities as a freelancer, positions held and contribution periods.
• Documentation: CPF, RG, work card, birth/marriage certificates and other personal documents.
• Contribution Data: History of contributions, amounts paid and periods worked.

3. How to Update Your Data at INSS

There are several ways to update your data with the INSS, whether in person, online or by phone. Below, we detail each method.

3.1. Updating Data via My INSS

The Meu INSS portal is the most convenient way to update your data. Here's how to proceed:

• Step 1: Access the website My INSS or download the Meu INSS app.
• Step 2: Log in with your CPF and password. If you do not have an account, click on “Register password” and follow the instructions.
• Step 3: In the main menu, select the option “Update Registration Data”.
• Step 4: Review and update necessary information such as address, phone number, and email address.
• Step 5: Save the changes and confirm the update.

3.2. Updating Data by Telephone 135

You can also update your data over the phone by calling the INSS Call Center.

• Step 1: Call 135 (available Monday to Saturday, 7am to 10pm).
• Step 2: Inform the attendant that you wish to update your registration data.
• Step 3: Provide the information requested by the attendant and confirm the update.

3.3. Updating Data in Person

If you prefer, you can update your information at an INSS agency. You must schedule an appointment in advance.

• Step 1: Access the website My INSS or call 135 to schedule an appointment.
• Step 2: On the scheduled day, go to the INSS agency with your personal documents and proof of residence.
• Step 3: Ask the attendant to update your data and provide the necessary information.

4. Documents Required for Update

When updating your data at INSS, you may need some documents, depending on the type of information to be updated:

• Personal Data:
  • Identity document (RG, CNH, etc.)
  • CPF
  • Updated proof of residence
• Professional Data:
  • Work permit
  • Employment contracts
  • Payment receipts or proof of contributions as a self-employed person
• Additional Documentation:
  • Birth or marriage certificates
  • Documents of dependents (if applicable)

5. Tips for Keeping Your Data Up to Date

Some helpful tips to ensure your data is always up to date:

• Review Regularly: Periodically review your data on Meu INSS, especially after important changes, such as a change of address, change of job or update of marital status.
• Keep Documents Organized: Keep all important documents in a safe and easily accessible place, such as contribution receipts, employment contracts and certificates.
• Attention to Notifications: Pay attention to notifications and announcements from the INSS. They may contain important information about the need to update your data.
• Immediate Update: Whenever there is a change in your personal or professional data, update it immediately on Meu INSS or at an INSS agency.

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6. Benefits of Keeping Data Up to Date

Keeping your data updated at INSS brings several benefits:

• Agility in Processes: Correct data speeds up the analysis and granting of benefits.
• Problem Prevention: Avoids future issues and problems related to incorrect information.
• Security: Ensuring that you are properly registered and eligible to receive benefits when needed.
• Ease of Communication: INSS can easily contact you to inform you about processes, benefits and important updates.

Be sure to update your information

Keeping your data updated at the INSS is an ongoing responsibility that ensures security and access to social security benefits. This comprehensive and detailed guide provides all the information you need to understand the importance of this practice, how to update your data, and the benefits of keeping everything in order. By following these guidelines, you will be prepared to avoid complications and ensure your social security rights efficiently.

Common questions:

Why is it important to keep my data updated at INSS?

• Response: Keeping your data updated at INSS is crucial to ensure that you receive social security benefits correctly and avoid problems with pending or incorrect information.

2. What information should I keep updated at INSS?

• Response: It is essential to keep your personal data (such as name, CPF, and address), contact details (telephone and email), professional information (employment history and activities as a freelancer), and social security contribution data up to date.

3. How can I update my data at INSS?

• Response: You can update your data by accessing the Meu INSS portal, by calling 135, or in person at an INSS agency by prior appointment.

4. What can happen if I don't update my data at INSS?

• Response: Outdated information can lead to delays in granting benefits, problems in analyzing contributions and even the loss of social security rights.

5. How often should I review my data at INSS?

• Response: It is recommended that you review your data whenever there are significant changes in your personal or professional life, such as a change of address, change of job, or change in marital status.

6. Can I update my data online only or do I need to go to INSS in person?

• Response: You can update most of your data online through the Meu INSS portal. However, in some specific cases, it may be necessary to appear in person.

7. How do I know if my data is up to date at INSS?

• Response: You can check if your data is updated by accessing the Meu INSS portal and checking your registration or consulting a social security statement.

8. What documents do I need to update my data at INSS?

• Response: The documents required vary depending on the information you wish to update, but generally include identification documents (RG, CPF), proof of residence, and documents that prove changes (such as marriage certificates or employment contracts).

9. Is there any cost to update my data at INSS?

• Response: There is no cost to update your data with INSS. The service is free.

10. How can I ensure that my INSS data is always safe and up to date?

• Response: Keep your documents organized, regularly review your information on Meu INSS, and pay attention to communications from INSS about updates or pending issues in your registration.