Is it compulsory to buy social security?

Legal analysis: it is compulsory for companies to buy social security, and it is voluntary for individuals to buy social security. According to the payment status, the types of insurance paid and the fees paid are also very different. Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Social Insurance Law.

Article 3 The social insurance system adheres to the principles of wide coverage, basic protection, multi-level and sustainability, and the level of social insurance should be compatible with the level of economic and social development.

Article 4 Employers and individuals who pay social insurance premiums according to law in People's Republic of China (PRC) have the right to inquire about payment records and personal rights and interests records, and ask social insurance agencies to provide social insurance consultation and other related services.

Individuals enjoy social insurance benefits according to law and have the right to supervise the payment of their own units.