Autonomous Pension Fund for Dental Surgeons and Midwives: Complete Pension Guide 2026

Last updated: January 2026
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CARCDSF Pension

Discover how the Autonomous Pension Fund for Dental Surgeons and Midwives works, a special / autonomous scheme scheme managed by CARCDSF. Contribution rates, calculation rules and eligible professions.

Key Figures

Scheme type

Special / autonomous scheme

Legal retirement age

64 years

Average pension

€2,400/month

Total

18.88%

Overview

The pension scheme for self-employed dental surgeons and midwives.

Managing organization

CARCDSF

Year founded

1948

Calculation method

Points-based system

Full pension age

67 years

Full pension quarters

172

Contribution Rates

TypeRateCeilingDescription
Self-employed8.23%1 PASSBase scheme contribution
Self-employed10.65%5 PASSSupplementary scheme contribution
TotalSelf-employed: 18.88%

PASS 2024: 46 368 € (3 864 €/month)

Rules and Benefits

Advantages

Dental surgeons ASV

Additional scheme for conventional practitioners, partly funded by Health Insurance.

Deferred Retirement Benefit

Optional supplementary capitalization scheme.

Eligible Professions

Self-employed dental surgeons and midwives.

Calculation Example

Example scenario

Gross salary: 3 500 € | Career duration: 42 years

CARCDSF

Estimated pension1 913 €/month
Total contributed491 980 €

With capitalization

Estimated pension7 387 €/month
Monthly gain+5 473 €

FAQ

What is CARCDSF?
Autonomous Pension Fund for Dental Surgeons and Midwives is a special / autonomous scheme managed by CARCDSF. The pension scheme for self-employed dental surgeons and midwives.
What is the CARCDSF contribution rate?
CARCDSF contributions are: 8.23% (base scheme contribution), 10.65% (supplementary scheme contribution). The total rate is approximately 18.88%.
At what age can you retire with CARCDSF?
The legal retirement age is 64. For a full pension without penalty, the age is 67 or 172 quarters contributed.
What is the average CARCDSF pension?
The average pension paid by CARCDSF is approximately €2,400 per month. This amount varies based on contribution duration and income.
Which professions contribute to CARCDSF?
Self-employed dental surgeons and midwives. Among eligible professions: Dentist, Midwife.

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Sources and Methodology

Data based on official 2024/2025 rates from CARCDSF. The calculation example uses URSSAF rates and a 6% yield (inflation-adjusted). Actual amounts may vary based on your personal situation.

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