For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Kuwait, keeping your SSS contributions updated is not optional—it’s your safety net for retirement, sickness, disability, maternity benefits, and loans. The good news? You don’t need to visit an SSS branch. Everything can be done online, even while working abroad.
This guide is written specifically for OFWs in Kuwait, using the simplest and most reliable steps.
How to Check Your SSS Contributions Online.
The Social Security System allows members abroad to check contributions through its official website and mobile app.
Option 1: SSS Member Portal (Recommended)
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Go to member.sss.gov.ph
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Log in using your User ID and password
( TAKE NOTE – OTP MUST BE YOUR FAMILY MEMBER’S PHILIPPINE NUMBERS )
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Click Inquiry
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Select Contributions
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Review your monthly and total posted payments
This shows whether your payments are properly credited under your name.
Option 2: SSS Mobile App
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Download the SSS Mobile App (Android or iOS)
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Log in to your account
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Tap Contributions
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View your payment history anytime
📌 Important for OFWs in Kuwait:
Payments made via remittance centers, banks, or online channels may take 3–7 working days before appearing in the system.
How to Register for an SSS Online Account (For OFWs)
If you don’t have an online account yet, registration is free and can be done using just your phone or laptop.
Step-by-Step Registration
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Visit member.sss.gov.ph
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Click Not Yet Registered?
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Choose Register
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Enter the required details:
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SSS Number
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Date of Birth
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Active Email Address
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Select one verification method:
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UMID or SSS ID
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Employer ID number
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PRN (Payment Reference Number) from a recent contribution
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Create your User ID and password
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Open your email and click the activation link
Once activated, your account is ready to use anywhere—even in Kuwait.
What OFWs Can Do After Registering
With an active SSS online account, OFWs can:
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Check and monitor SSS contributions
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Generate PRN for payments
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Pay contributions online
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View loan records and benefit eligibility
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Avoid problems when filing future claims
Common Mistakes OFWs Should Avoid
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Paying contributions under the wrong SSS number
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Not keeping payment receipts or screenshots
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Delaying online registration until benefits are urgently needed
These mistakes often cause delays or missing contribution records.
Final Reminder for OFWs in Kuwait
Your SSS is a long-term investment in your future. Checking your contributions regularly and maintaining an active online account ensures that every peso you pay today counts when you need it most.
Whether you’re a household worker, skilled professional, or contract employee in Kuwait—manage your SSS online and stay protected.
