In the event of the death of the parents or guardian, the disabled child or child with an intellectual, mental or severe disability is entitled to a survivor’s pension from his or her parents.
In order for a survivor’s pension to be granted to a person with an intellectual, mental or severe disability, such condition must be proven through a medical-forensic examination and biopsychosocial assessment.
Furthermore, it is necessary to prove that the person with a disability was in fact financially dependent on their parents or guardian.
To apply for a pension, you must go to an INSS agency and make the request within 90 days of the death.
If the application is submitted after this period, the benefit will be paid from the date of application.
As a rule, survivor’s pensions for children end when the person turns 21. However, this limitation does not apply to a person with a disability.
