The year-end bonus for pensioners and other eligible categories will exceed 5,000 lekë. With the government tripling the fund for this year’s distribution, the same formula used in 2024 is expected to apply again.

Pensioners receiving up to 20,000 lekë per month will receive a 15,000 lekë bonus, benefiting more than 515,000 individuals. Those with pensions above 20,000 lekë will get an additional 10,000 lekë.

According to the government, the year-end bonus has seen both increased frequency and higher benefit amounts in recent years. It aims to improve living conditions for vulnerable pensioners, providing stability and reassurance to around 756,000 retirees across the country.

By 2029, the minimum pension is expected to double from around 10,000 lekë to at least 20,000 lekë per month. The government also plans to double the average pension within the next four years—from the current level of about 200 euros to 400 euros.