A Game-Changer for Filipino Workers and Pensioners
For millions of Filipinos, claiming Social Security System (SSS) benefits has always been part of life milestones—whether it’s pensions, loans, or refunds. Now, accessing these benefits is about to get a whole lot easier.
The Social Security System (SSS), in partnership with Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank), has introduced the MySSS Card, a 2-in-1 functional SSS ID and UnionBank Visa debit card. This innovation builds on a successful card rollout from 2022 and is designed to bring faster, safer, and smarter financial access to millions of members across the country.
What Makes the MySSS Card Different?
Unlike traditional SSS IDs, the MySSS Card isn’t just proof of membership. It doubles as a UnionBank-powered debit card, making it both a government-recognized ID and a tool for everyday transactions.
With this card, members can:
Receive SSS benefits directly whether pensions, loans, or refunds—into a UnionBank savings account.
Access a Visa debit card that works worldwide for ATM withdrawals, digital payments, and mobile banking.
Apply easily online via the UnionBank Online app, making enrollment fast and hassle-free.
SSS President and CEO Robert Joseph M. De Claro explained that this partnership makes government services more accessible: “The MySSS Card empowers our members with a secure and convenient way to receive their benefits, while also serving as an official SSS-recognized ID.”
Opening Financial Doors for More Filipinos
UnionBank President and CEO Ana Aboitiz Delgado highlighted the card’s role in expanding financial inclusion. With the integration of Philsys ID, over 40 million Filipinos can soon be eligible to apply for the MySSS Card.
Delgado noted: “Together with SSS, we are once again reimagining what banking can be like for millions of Filipinos. This initiative enhances financial inclusion and empowers more Filipinos with access to essential financial services.”
This card is particularly helpful for the unbanked population—those who have never had a savings account before. With the MySSS Card, they gain direct access to secure banking, making government benefits more efficient to claim.
For many Filipino workers, retirees, and beneficiaries, this development is more than just a new card—it’s a step toward digital convenience and financial empowerment. No more long lines for claiming checks or manual processing; the MySSS Card puts transactions right at your fingertips.
It’s also a sign of how public-private partnerships can make everyday services better for ordinary Filipinos. By combining UnionBank’s digital expertise with SSS’s commitment to member welfare, this card reflects progress in building a more inclusive financial system.
The MySSS Card is shaping up to be a must-have for every member who values convenience, security, and efficiency. If you’re an SSS member with a Philsys ID, keep an eye out for its official release—you wouldn’t want to miss out on this smarter way of managing your benefits.