The Pension Service
Part of DWP that deals with State Pension and Pension Credit claims and payments for people in Great Britain.
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Check your State Pension
See how much State Pension you could get, when you can get it and whether you can fill gaps in your National Insurance record.
Official links
| Official source | Applies to |
|---|---|
| GOV.UK: check your State Pension forecast www.gov.uk/check-state-pension | Whole UK |
Who handles it
Step by step
- Sign in to the forecast service on GOV.UK or use the HMRC app. You can create sign in details if you do not have them.
- Prove your identity if asked, usually with photo ID.
- Check your forecast, your State Pension age and any gaps in your National Insurance record.
- See if paying voluntary contributions to fill gaps would increase your pension.
What you need
- Photo ID such as a passport or driving licence, if you need to prove your identity
- Your sign in details (you can create them the first time)
Common mistakes
- Using the forecast if you already get your State Pension or have deferred it: contact the Pension Service instead.
- Treating your State Pension age as fixed: it is reviewed regularly and the forecast can change.