Hassle-Free Way of Knowing your Social Security System (SSS) Membership Details

Are you a SSS Member who is worried or not sure if your employer is really remitting your SSS contribution regularly? Are you an OFW that has no idea or not aware about the exact details of your SSS membership status? If yes, then this entry will teach you how you can able to check your SSS details such as your posted contributions, your outstanding loan balance and any other information relating to your SSS (Social Security System) account.

I know that most of us don't have much time to visit any SSS Office, and besides it’s not really ideal to fall in a very long line just to know your SSS contribution unless there are some other important reasons that obliged you to report personally. Actually, there are some ways wherein you can check your SSS details without going to any SSS Office. Below you will find those ways. Just select the one which you find convenient or applicable for you.

A. Through SMS (Not ideal for members outside Philippines)
What you need?

1. A Cell phone with a load
2. You must know your SSS Number

First, register by texting the following code:

 After registering, you will receive a confirmation message with your PIN. You should keep this PIN, because you will need it every time you make an inquiry on your SSS account.

1. To check your premium account total contributions just type in:

2.To determine the status of a member’s loan application, just key in:

 

3. To get information on loan balance, just key in:

 

Note:  The following service charge applies to each SMS sent.

Smart / Talk N' Text - Php 2.50 per SMS sent

Globe / Touch Mobile - Php 2.50 per SMS sent

Sun Cellular - Php 2.00 per SMS sent

B. Through Internet

What you need?

a. A computer or a laptop with internet connection
b. A valid e-mail address
c. SBR/OTC number of the RS5 Receipt Form of SSS paid for at least 6 months prior to current date.
d. Employer ID

1. Go to SSS website by typing www.sss.gov.ph.
2. In the SSS Website Main page, click My SSS and select Register.

3. The new window will display. Just select Member and click Submit.

4. The Online Member User ID Registration page will display. Supply all required information and check I accept the Terms and Conditions.

Additional Notes:

In the Current Membership/Registration Status as SSS:

If you’re an OFW/OCW but with previous job in the Philippines and already a SSS Member but under a status of Covered Employee, you need to update your status to be Overseas Contract Worker (OCW) on any nearest SSS office in the country where you are right now. An OFW should accomplish SSS Form OW-1 (Overseas Worker Record Form) and submit it together with the general requirements. If possible, bring with you a copy of your contract.)

For Riyadh-based OFWs, I was asked of my Residence Permit/IQAMA ID along with the form. The nearest SSS office in my area is located at the SkyFreight Cargo in Batha. You may also proceed to Philippine Embassy in Riyadh located at the Diplomatic Quarters. The contact numbers are: (+966) 1 4823615/4880835 or you may e-mail sss_riyadh@digi.net.sa for more inquiries.

In the Employer ID:
For Self Employed, Voluntary, Non-Working Spouse and OFW/OCW just enter this value "88-8888800-6"

5. Enter the word displayed in the screen in the text box provided and click the Submit button to proceed.
6. Your temporary password will be sent in the e-mail you have provided.
7. To login just, go back to SSS Website and in the Main page click My SSS and select User Login.

8. Supply your User ID and Password and click Submit. (You can retrieve your password in the e-mail you provided during the registration).

Note:
At first login, you will be prompted to change your temporary password. Make sure, to remember this new password. If in any case, you forgot your password DON’T ATTEMPT TO GUESS because you only have 3 valid tries and your account will be disabled. Instead, click the provided link as described below to retrieve your password.

Click the Click here link in the Logon screen. A similar screen will be displayed

You will have two choices, either you input your User ID or your E-mail address.Click the Submit button to retrieve your password. Your logon information will be sent to your e-mail address.

9. Upon successful login, you will see various menus listed similar to the one shown below:

10. Click the link for ONLINE INQUIRY. A similar screen will be displayed

11. To check the status of your contributions, point your cursor on Member Info and select Actual Premiums.

12. To check your loan status, click the link Loan Status menu displayed on the screen.

13. There’s a lot more information available so just explore all available menus and options.

And so, tha's all. Just as easy as 1..2..3... For any other question or clarification, just leave a comment and I'll try my best to answer them.