In Spain, contribution groups classify employees based on salary and responsibilities, but in the U.S. (including Texas), workers are generally classified by employment type for Social Security and Medicare purposes. Understanding your category helps you plan benefits and payroll contributions.

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## Common Contribution Groups in Spain (for Reference)

* **Group 1:** Engineers and university graduates
* **Group 2:** Technical engineers, surveyors, and certified assistants
* **Group 3:** Administrative or workshop managers
* **Group 4:** Non-certified helpers
* **Group 5:** Administrative officers
* **Group 6:** Subordinate workers
* **Group 7:** Administrative assistants
* **Group 8:** First and second-class officers
* **Group 9:** Cleaning staff, doormen, and other subordinates
* **Group 10:** General service assistants



## Understanding Specific Groups

* **Group 8:** Includes first- and second-class officers, with tasks ranging from specialized responsibilities to intermediate-level duties.
* **Group 7:** Administrative assistants handling document management, calls, filing, and general office support.
* **Group 6:** Subordinate workers performing basic support functions, such as mail delivery or clerical assistance.
* **Group 4:** Non-certified helpers without formal academic training, performing basic support tasks.



## How Contribution Groups Are Assigned

Assignment depends on:

* **Job Description:** Responsibilities, supervision level, and task complexity.
* **Education or Technical Training:** Higher qualifications may place employees in higher groups.
* **Collective Agreements:** Industry agreements can guide classification.
* **Employer Registration:** Employers report classification to the Social Security administration.

Knowing your contribution group helps you understand your Social Security contributions and plan for retirement, disability, and other benefits.

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What Are Social Security Contribution Groups?

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