How to Apply for a Survivor Pension in Cameroon (For Widows, Widowers & Children)

So many Cameroonians, after the dead of their love ones face challenges on how to apply for their a survivor pension.

So many Cameroonians, after the death of their loved ones, face challenges on how to apply for their survivor pension. This article is a guide on how to apply for a survivor pension via CNPS (NSIF) and enjoy the benefits. 

What is a Survivor Pension?

Survivor pensions are the benefits paid to the dependant of a scheme member who has died either before or after the member has started to collect the pension income. 

Who is Eligible for the Survivor Pension?

To be eligible for the survivor pension or benefit, the claimant must be; a widow(er), orphans younger than age 14 (age 18 if an apprentice, age 21 if a full-time student or if disabled), and dependent parents. 

If there is no surviving widow(er), orphan, or dependent parent, the pension is split equally among other relatives. If there is more than one widow, the pension is split equally.

How to Apply for a Survivor Pension in Cameroon (For Widows, Widowers & Children)

In this article, we will look at how to apply for maternity leave in Cameroon. These steps will be looked at below:

Step 1: Go to the CNPS Website

Step 2: Click on the Online Services tab (Service en Ligne).

Step 3: Now click on Imprimes

Step 4:  Scroll down to form number 1 (Attestation administrative donnant la situation familiale) and form number 20 (Demande de pension de survivants). Click and Download these forms.

Step 5: The applicant should fill in number 20. Also, the applicant should fill in form number 1 with a witness who attests to the worthiness of the information in the document. 

Step 6: After filling in form number 1, ensure it is signed by the Divisional Officer. 

 After filling the above-mentioned forms, attach the following documents listed below:

• A handwritten birth certificate for children under 21 at the Council signed by the Mayor.
• Make a photocopy of birth certificates for all your children and have them signed at the council.
• Photocopy of a marriage certificate.
• Also, get a handwritten copy of a marriage certificate signed by the Mayor.
• The widow/widower should get a copy of life certificate at the office of the Divisional Officer (take along a photocopy of your national ID card).
• Photocopy the pension decision of the deceased if its available.
• A signed copy of the national ID card of wife or wives with that of the deceased. These documents should be signed at the police.
• Attestation of Bank account or CNPS MoMo form. 

NB: 

• It is vital to note that no CNPS document should carry a fiscal or communal stamp.

See Also:

• How to Add a Child to Your Family Allowance
• How to Apply for a Maternity Leave in Cameroon
• How to Apply for Pension Allowance in Cameroon
• How to Apply for Family Allowance in Cameroon
• How to Get a CNPS (NSIF) Number