Confirmation of experience in case of loss of work record book
If I lost my work record book before 2004, can I use witness statements to confirm my length of service if I don't have other documents?
If I lost my work record book before 2004, can I use witness statements to confirm my length of service if I don't have other documents?
Answer provided 25.08.2025 12:18
In this case, the length of service is established based on the testimony of two or more witnesses who knew the applicant and worked with him at the same enterprise, institution, or organization.
Certificates are accepted if it is impossible to obtain documentary confirmation of experience due to:
military actions, accidents, disasters;
natural disasters and other emergencies;
liquidation of an enterprise, institution, organization;
lack of archival data for other reasons.
To confirm seniority based on witness testimony, you need to contact the Pension Fund.
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