How many months does social security have to be paid

Social security generally takes 15 years, that is, 180 months, and you can only receive a pension when you reach the legal retirement age.

According to relevant regulations, at present, social security must be paid for 15 years to qualify for old-age insurance. Whether it is employees with units or flexible employees, they can receive a certain amount of monthly pension only after they have paid 15 years and reached the national legal retirement age. The higher the social security payment now, the longer the better, and the more pensions you can get after retirement.

So at present, social security should be paid at least 180 months. If conditions permit, try to choose a longer payment time.