EPFO Circular on settelment of claims without Aadhar

This initiative addresses challenges faced by certain members in linking their Aadhaar to the Universal Account Number (UAN), ensuring timely settlement of claims.

Eligible Member Categories:

International Workers (IWs): Individuals who have completed their assignments in India and departed without obtaining an Aadhaar.

Indian Workers with Foreign Citizenship: Individuals who have permanently migrated abroad and acquired foreign citizenship without possessing an Aadhaar.

Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan: Individuals employed in establishments covered under the EPF & MP Act, residing abroad, and consequently not holding an Aadhaar.

Key Provisions:

UAN Generation: For the aforementioned members, a UAN must be generated if not already existing. However, the requirement to link Aadhaar with UAN is waived due to their inability to obtain Aadhaar.

Alternative Identification: Physical claims from these members will be accepted and processed upon verification using alternative identification documents:

• International Workers: Passport
• Citizens of Nepal and Bhutan: Citizenship Identification Certificate or relevant document
• Additional Documents: PAN, bank account details, etc.
• Verification Process: Comprehensive due diligence will be conducted, including:
  • Verification of bank account details in all cases.
  • Employer confirmation of identity for claims exceeding ₹5 lakh.
• Settlement Mode: Approved claims will be settled via NEFT to the designated bank accounts.

These measures aim to facilitate the prompt settlement of legitimate claims for members unable to link their Aadhaar, thereby addressing associated grievances.