⬅ Main Guide Register Online 🌐 E1 Form Info 📄

Step 1: Check Eligibility (5 minutes)

To register, you must be at least 18 years old and fall into one of the following categories:
• Private sector employee
• Self-employed (e.g., freelancers, drivers, professionals)
• OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker)
• Household helper (“kasambahay”)
• Voluntary member (unemployed but contributing)
Employers can also register their company and employees. Estimate: just 5 minutes to review your eligibility.

Step 2: Gather Required Documents (10–20 minutes)

• Primary ID: PSA Birth Certificate, Passport, UMID, or Driver’s License
• Secondary ID (only if no Primary): Postal ID or Voter’s ID
• Proof of income: for self-employed applicants
• Additional (if applicable): Marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates
• Tip: Bring certified true copies to speed up your processing at SSS.

Step 3: Download & Fill Out the E-1 Form (15 minutes)

Download the official E-1 Personal Record Form (PDF) from the SSS website. Print two copies and fill them out clearly using black ink:

• Section 1: Personal information (name, birth date, gender)
• Section 2: Contact details (address, phone, email)
• Section 3: Marital status and spouse information
• Section 4: Dependents
• Section 5: Your signature
• Ensure your handwriting is legible, avoid erasures, and mark mandatory fields.

📥 Download the official E‑1 Form (PDF)

Step 4: Apply In Person at an SSS Branch (30–60 minutes)

1. Arrive early (SSS offices typically open at 8 AM).
2. Take a queue number.
3. Submit your E‑1 form and documents.
4. Receive your SS Number Slip on-site.
5. Make your first contribution (minimum amount) and collect the stamped receipt.

Your time at the counter usually takes 30–60 minutes, influenced by the length of the queue.

Step 5: Apply Online (40–60 minutes)

1. Go to the official SS Number Online Application page on the SSS site.
2. Fill out the verification form (name, birth date, email).
3. Agree to terms and complete the captcha.
4. Check your email within 5 days and click the confirmation link.
5. Complete all personal, contact, and beneficiary details.
6. Upload scanned IDs (PDF or JPEG, up to 3 MB each).
7. Download your SS Number Slip, Transaction Slip, and E‑1/E‑6 forms immediately.
8. Create your My.SSS account using the email activation link (valid for 30 days).

Tip: Have your document scans ready in advance for a smooth process.

Step 6: Finalize Registration & Contribute Monthly

• Keep your printed E‑1 and SS Number Slips in a safe place.
• Pay your SSS contributions monthly via:
• Your employer
• Banks or accredited payment centers
• My.SSS online portal
• Log in to My.SSS to check contributions, apply for loans, or request your UMID.
• Tracking your account takes only a few seconds.

Step 7: Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Expired confirmation link: Reapply online or visit an SSS branch.
• No email receipt: Check spam folders or try another email provider.
• Information mismatch: Request updates using the Member Data Change (E‑4) form.
• System downtime: Try again during evenings or weekends.
• Upload errors: Resize files below 3 MB or switch browsers.

Step 8: Timeframes & Tips

• Obtain birth certificate in about 3–5 business days.
• You can receive your SS Number online in under 30 minutes.
• Activation of My.SSS account may take up to 24 hours; full access in ~2 days.
• Ensure contributions are made by the 10th of each month to avoid late fees.

Step 9: Benefits You Will Receive

• Retirement pension
• Sickness, maternity, disability, and calamity benefits
• Salary and calamity loans
• Death and funeral benefits
• UMID card and government identification

Proceed to Online Registration →