How do I apply for the British old age pension?

How do I claim my State Pension?

  1. Online. You can claim your State Pension online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  2. Phone. To claim over the phone, call the Pension Service claim line on 0800 731 7898 (textphone: 0800 731 7339).
  3. Post. You can also fill in a claim form and return it by post.

Do I have to apply for my State Pension or is it automatic?

You will not get your State Pension automatically – you have to claim it. You should get a letter no later than 2 months before you reach State Pension age, telling you what to do. If you have not received an invitation letter, but you are within 4 months of reaching your State Pension age you can still make a claim.

Do I get my State Pension on my 66th birthday?

This means that people born between 6 October, 1954, and 5 April, 1960, will start receiving their pension on their 66th birthday.

How long does it take to get State Pension after claiming?

Your first payment will usually be within five weeks of reaching State Pension age. You’ll usually get a full payment every four weeks after that. If you delayed taking your State Pension, you’ll get your first payment at the end of the first full week you want to start receiving it.

What documents do I need to claim State Pension?

You may need to provide these when you claim:

  • Your national insurance number (and partner’s, if you have one)
  • Proof of your identity (for example, your passport, birth certificate or driving licence)
  • Marriage certificate or civil partnership certificate.
  • Divorce certificate or civil partnership dissolution certificate.

How much is the state pension UK 2021?

The full new State Pension is £185.15 per week. The actual amount you get depends on your National Insurance record.

How much is the UK State Pension 2020?

What date will I get my first pension payment?

Your first payment will be within 5 weeks of reaching State Pension age. You’ll get a full payment every 4 weeks after that. You might get part of a payment before your first full payment.

Who do I contact about State Pension?

0800 731 7898
• Visit www.gov.uk/state-pension Phone The Pension Service claim line on 0800 731 7898.

How much is the basic state pension UK?

The full basic State Pension is £141.85 per week. You can get more State Pension if: you are eligible for Additional State Pension.