In Argentina, thousands of elderly people can apply for the Universal Pension for the Elderly (PUAM). To be eligible, applicants must meet several requirements. First, they must be 65 years of age or older. Second, they must be an Argentine citizen, a naturalized citizen with 10 years of residence in the country prior to the application, or a foreigner with a minimum of 20 years of residence, 10 of which must be immediately preceding the application date. A key requirement is that applicants must not be receiving or have the right to any other pension or unemployment benefit to apply for the PUAM. Applicants must also maintain their residence in the country; an absence from Argentine territory for more than 90 consecutive days is considered a failure to meet this requirement. The pension is equivalent to 80% of a minimum pension and is updated according to the mobility adjustment. The application process for the PUAM is 100% digital and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All that is needed is internet access and a device such as a mobile phone or computer. The process begins by logging into the ANSES website, where in the 'Benefits Request' section, one must select 'Universal Pension for the Elderly' and follow the system's instructions. After completing the application, its status can be checked in the 'Personal Information' section.
