Pre-retirement is a legal scheme in Portugal that allows workers aged 55 or over to reduce their working hours or even stop working completely, while continuing to receive remuneration. This scheme is provided for under Portuguese legislation and operates through an agreement between the worker and the employer.
The programme is specifically aimed at older workers who wish to have a gradual transition to retirement, allowing for a progressive reduction in professional activity. The decision to join pre-retirement is voluntary and depends on the agreement of both parties involved.
The Contas Connosco article aims to clarify how this scheme works, explaining the conditions and options available to workers. Reducing working hours or completely ceasing work activity are the two modalities available for those who wish to leave the labour market early.
This mechanism comes as an alternative for workers who wish to reduce their workload before official retirement, offering flexibility for both the employee and the employer.
