Retirement of Public Employees in 2026 and Severance Payments
October 8, 2025
In 2026, 926 public employees are expected to retire, receiving a total of €102.3 million in severance payments. The average severance for each employee will be around €110,500. Compared to last year, the amount is slightly increased, although the number of retirees is lower. Over the past nine years, the state has paid €825.8 million in severance to public employees. Additionally, the state will disburse €458 million for pensions in 2026.