Autonomous Pension and Welfare Fund for Veterinarians: Complete Pension Guide 2026

Last updated: January 2026
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CARPV Pension

Discover how the Autonomous Pension and Welfare Fund for Veterinarians works, a special / autonomous scheme scheme managed by CARPV. Contribution rates, calculation rules and eligible professions.

Key Figures

Scheme type

Special / autonomous scheme

Legal retirement age

64 years

Average pension

€1,200/month

Total

20.73%

Overview

The pension scheme for self-employed veterinarians.

Managing organization

CARPV

Year founded

1952

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-employed12.5%Supplementary scheme contribution (flat + proportional)
TotalSelf-employed: 20.73%

PASS 2024: 46 368 € (3 864 €/month)

Rules and Benefits

Advantages

Welfare included

Disability-death coverage included in the scheme.

Other rules

Mixed contribution

Flat rate part + part proportional to income.

Eligible Professions

Self-employed veterinarians registered with the Order.

Calculation Example

Example scenario

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

CARPV

Estimated pension1 913 €/month
Total contributed491 980 €

With capitalization

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

FAQ

What is CARPV?
Autonomous Pension and Welfare Fund for Veterinarians is a special / autonomous scheme managed by CARPV. The pension scheme for self-employed veterinarians.
What is the CARPV contribution rate?
CARPV contributions are: 8.23% (base scheme contribution), 12.5% (supplementary scheme contribution (flat + proportional)). The total rate is approximately 20.73%.
At what age can you retire with CARPV?
The legal retirement age is 64. For a full pension without penalty, the age is 67 or 172 quarters contributed.
What is the average CARPV pension?
The average pension paid by CARPV is approximately €1,200 per month. This amount varies based on contribution duration and income.
Which professions contribute to CARPV?
Self-employed veterinarians registered with the Order. Among eligible professions: Veterinarian.

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Sources and Methodology

Data based on official 2024/2025 rates from CARPV. 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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