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The 2026 Christmas bonus is getting closer and thousands of retirees are preparing to receive this additional income during November. However, not everyone who receives a pension from the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) is entitled to this money: the benefit depends on the regime and the type of pension. Below, we tell you who receives the payment, how much they get, and when it will be deposited. Don't miss the details!
Currently, the IMSS has millions of retirees to whom it not only delivers the payment corresponding to their monthly pension, but also deposits a Christmas bonus at the end of the year.
However, the institute points out on its official website which retirees are entitled to receive this payment and how much it is, so it is very important that retirees have this information at their fingertips.
When will the IMSS Christmas bonus be deposited in November 2026?
The IMSS retirees' Christmas bonus is paid during November. The monthly calendar sets Monday, November 2, 2026, as the deposit date for those who receive their pension.
However, it is important to distinguish between the two payments: November 2 corresponds to the scheduled date for the monthly pension, while the exact date for the Christmas bonus has not yet been confirmed, so the deposit date is currently unknown.
Who receives the IMSS Christmas bonus in 2026?
The IMSS indicates that those entitled to a Christmas bonus payment are individuals receiving a pension for:
- Cesantía en Edad Avanzada bajo la Ley 73
- Vejez bajo la Ley 73.
This regime corresponds to the Social Security Law in force until June 30, 1997. To identify it, it is important to check the resolution with which the pension was granted and confirm under which law it was awarded.
How much money will IMSS retirees receive for their Christmas bonus?
The Christmas bonus for people retired due to Old Age or Advanced Age under the 73 Law is equivalent to one month of the base amount of their pension.
The calculation does not include amounts corresponding to family allowances or social assistance aids.
What to do if the IMSS Christmas bonus does not arrive?
If a person believes they are entitled to this benefit and does not see the deposit, they can request guidance directly from the Institute.
The IMSS provides the phone number 800 623 2323; to receive assistance related to pensions, option 3 must be selected.
Before calling, it is advisable to have the pension resolution at hand and to check the bank account statement. This information helps confirm the regime, the type of benefit, and the specific status of the payment.
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