IMSS February 2026 Pension Payment Delayed to Tuesday, February 3
MEXICO CITY, January 24, 2026 – The Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) has published its official 2026 pension payment calendar, confirming a one-day delay for the February deposit due to a national holiday. Millions of retirees and pensioners will receive their February support on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, while those covered by the ISSSTE will receive their payment in advance at the end of January.
Official 2026 IMSS Payment Calendar
The IMSS operates on a schedule of depositing pensions on the first business day of each month. For 2026, the confirmed dates are as follows:
| Month | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| January | Friday, January 2 |
| February | Tuesday, February 3 |
| March | Monday, March 2 |
| April | Wednesday, April 1 |
| May | Monday, May 4 |
| June | Monday, June 1 |
| July | Wednesday, July 1 |
| August | Monday, August 3 |
| September | Tuesday, September 1 |
| October | Thursday, October 1 |
| November | Monday, November 2 |
| December | Tuesday, December 1 |
Why the February Payment is Delayed
The payment for February is postponed because Monday, February 2, 2026, is the official holiday commemorating the promulgation of the Mexican Constitution of 1917. As this date falls on the first business day of the month, the IMSS deposit is moved to the next business day, Tuesday, February 3. A more significant delay occurs in May, where the Labor Day holiday on Friday, May 1, pushes the payment to Monday, May 4.
ISSSTE Payment Schedule for February
The Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers (ISSSTE) follows a different payment model, typically depositing pensions at the end of the prior month. For February 2026, ISSSTE pensioners will receive their payment on Friday, January 30, 2026. This advance payment system allows beneficiaries to have funds available before the month begins.
Expected Pension Increases in 2026
Pension amounts are set to rise for many beneficiaries in 2026. The general minimum wage increased by 13% effective January 1, 2026, which directly benefits retirees receiving the minimum guaranteed pension under the 1973 Social Security Law (Ley 73).
For pensioners receiving more than the minimum wage, an annual inflationary adjustment based on the National Consumer Price Index (INPC) will be applied in February 2026. The estimated adjustment is between 3.9% and 4.5%, corresponding to the inflation accumulated during 2025.
Additionally, pensioners under Ley 73 may be eligible for “Family Assignments,” which provide percentage increases for dependent spouses, children, or parents.
New Requirements for Future Pensioners
For workers contributing under the 1997 Social Security Law (Ley 97), the minimum required weeks of contributions to qualify for a pension increases to 875 weeks in 2026. This is part of a gradual schedule established by the 2020 reform, which will see requirements rise in subsequent years.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I receive my IMSS pension for February 2026?
The deposit will be made on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The payment is delayed by one day due to the Constitution Day holiday on Monday, February 2.
When will ISSSTE pensioners be paid for February?
ISSSTE beneficiaries will receive their February pension in advance on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Do I need to go to a bank to collect my pension?
No. Both IMSS and ISSSTE pensions are deposited directly into the bank account registered by the beneficiary. There is no need to visit a bank branch on the payment date.
What should I do if I don’t receive my payment on the expected date?
First, verify that the date is not a bank holiday. If the delay persists, ensure your bank details are up to date with the IMSS or ISSSTE. If the problem continues, contact the respective institution’s pensioner service line (IMSS: 800 623 23 23, option 3) or visit your local benefits office.