Does social security need to be transferred when changing jobs?

Whether it is necessary to transfer social security when changing jobs depends mainly on personal needs and the social security policies of the new workplace and the original workplace.

First, understand the significance of social security transfer

Social security transfer, that is, the social security relationship of an individual in his original workplace is transferred to a new workplace to ensure the continuity and integrity of personal social security rights and interests. This involves pension insurance, medical insurance, unemployment insurance and many other aspects.

Second, consider whether it is necessary to transfer social security.

If the new work place is in the same city or province as the original work place and the social security policy is the same, then social security transfer is generally not needed. Because the social security relationship is automatic and continuous in the same overall planning area.

However, if the new workplace is not in the same city or province as the original workplace, or the new workplace has a more generous social security policy, it may be more beneficial to consider social security transfer. This can ensure that individuals enjoy social security benefits without geographical restrictions, and at the same time make better use of social security resources in various places.

Third, understand the procedures of social security transfer.

If you decide to transfer to social security, you need to understand and follow the corresponding procedures. Generally speaking, it is necessary to go through the transfer formalities at the social security agency in the new workplace and provide relevant supporting materials, such as ID card, social security card and work certificate. At the same time, it is also necessary to communicate and coordinate with the social security agency in the original place of work to ensure the smooth transfer process.

Fourth, pay attention to the problems in the transfer process.

In the process of social security transfer, we need to pay attention to some possible problems. For example, there may be differences in social security policies in different regions, resulting in incomplete transfer of some social security rights. In addition, it may be necessary to pay a certain handling fee or pay some social security fees during the transfer process. Therefore, before deciding to transfer, it is best to know the relevant policies and fees in detail.

To sum up:

Whether it is necessary to transfer social security when changing jobs depends on personal needs and the social security policies of the new workplace and the original workplace. If you decide to transfer, you need to understand and follow the corresponding procedures and pay attention to possible problems.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) social insurance law

Article 19 stipulates:

If an individual is employed across the overall planning area, his basic old-age insurance relationship will be transferred with him, and the payment period will be calculated cumulatively. When an individual reaches the statutory retirement age, the basic pension is calculated in stages and distributed uniformly. Specific measures shall be formulated by the State Council.

People's Republic of China (PRC) social insurance law

Article 32 provides that:

If an individual is employed across the overall planning area, his basic medical insurance relationship will be transferred accordingly, and the payment period will be calculated cumulatively.