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Self-employed Persons’ Pension Act

The Self-employed Persons’ Pensions Act (YEL) applies to all self-employed workers except farmers (farmers, reindeer herders and fishermen).

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  • In English: Self-employed Persons’ Pension Act
Back to Pension Glossary Updated 17.1.2023
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