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Digital Services in Social Insurance: Faster Service for Citizens

September 22, 2026

The new Social Insurance System introduced digital services that reduce the processing time for applications by 30% to 70%. These services cover benefits such as Paternity and Maternity Allowances and pension applications. Deputy Minister Nikodimos Damianou emphasized the need for fewer documents and a faster process. More than 40,000 applications are submitted annually, with the new services benefiting vulnerable groups and families. The system's success lies in the ease it brings to citizens.