In March, Russians will receive pensions according to a new schedule.

In March 2026, some pensioners will receive payments not according to the usual schedule due to the weekend and public holiday on March 8.

As a rule, pensions for March are transferred from the 3rd to the 25th of the month. The specific date depends on the region of residence and the delivery method — through a bank to a Mir card or through a post office.

At the same time, there are days off in March: 14-15, 21-22 and 28-29 days. The first month of spring also marks International Women's Day (March 8), which is one of the non-working holidays in Russia. In 2026, it falls on a Sunday, so the day off is postponed to Monday. Thus, Russians will have a rest from March 7 to March 9.

If the set payment date falls on a weekend or a public holiday, the funds are transferred in advance. Therefore, if the payment is scheduled for March 7-9, the money will arrive on March 6.

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Pensioners who receive payments by mail can pick them up at the cash desk of the branch or receive them at home. Delivery is carried out from the 3rd to the 25th of each month. The specific date is determined by the post office. However, if the delivery day falls on weekends or holidays, the postman may bring the money earlier.

You can specify the payment date on the website of the regional branch of the Social Fund or at the post office at your place of residence.

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