# Social security and pension administration updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/social-security-and-pension-administration-updates > Updated: 2026-09-30T09:45:49.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Social security institutions in Portugal, Mexico, and Spain have outlined various guidelines, benefits, and digital tools for managing retirement and pensions. In Portugal, social old-age pensions are available to individuals reaching the retirement age of 66 years and 9 months who meet specific income limits. In Mexico, institutions such as ISSSTE, IMSS, and ISSTEY provide diverse services ranging from medical care and housing assistance to digital portals for tracking contribution weeks and pension amounts. IMSS requirements specifically depend on whether a worker falls under the 1973 or 1997 legal regimes, with the latter requiring an increasing number of contribution weeks through 2031. In Spain, the Social Security administration offers a digital simulator via SMS that allows citizens to estimate their retirement age and projected pension amounts based on their work history and contribution bases. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: Social Security retirement and pension consultation processes Information is available regarding pension and retirement eligibility processes through Social Security in Spain and the IMSS in Mexico, including requirements for contribution weeks and age. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/social-security-retirement-and-pension-consultation-processes ### 2026-09-26: Social security institutions outline pension and retirement benefits Social security institutions in Portugal and Mexico offer various pension benefits, medical services, and digital tools for retirees to manage their claims and monitor payments. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/social-security-institutions-outline-pension-and-retirement-benefits --- Cite as: Social security and pension administration updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/social-security-and-pension-administration-updates