Aged 60 or over and under 65?
You are likely to be entitled to Pension Credit if your weekly income is less than:
- £124.05 if you are single
- £189.35 if you have a partner
You may still be able to get Pension Credit if your weekly income is more than these amounts if, for example, you or your partner:
- are a severely disabled person
- look after a person who is severely disabled
- have certain housing costs – for example, mortgage interest payments
Remember, you must be at least 60 to get Pension Credit but your partner can be under 60.
From 6 April 2010 the State Pension age for women will gradually start to increase from the current State Pension age of 60. The age from which people can get Pension Credit will increase in line with this. You can find out the age at which you will be entitled to Pension Credit and State Pension by entering your date of birth in the State Pension age calculator
To apply for Pension Credit call 0800 99 1234
Lines are open Monday to Friday between 8.00am - 8.00pm