Find Out Your State Pension Forecast

Are you curious about how much State Pension you could receive when you retire? Knowing your State Pension forecast can help you plan your retirement more effectively. Here’s a simple guide to help you get your State Pension forecast:

How to Get Your State Pension Forecast

1. Check Online

The quickest and easiest way to get your State Pension forecast is online. Follow these steps:

Visit the GOV.UK State Pension forecast page.
Sign in or create an account if you don’t have one.
Follow the instructions to view your forecast.

2. Use the HMRC App

You can also check your State Pension forecast through the HMRC app. Download the app and follow the prompts to access your forecast.

3. Request by Post

If you prefer, you can request a State Pension forecast by post:

Fill in the BR19 application form, which you can download from the GOV.UK website.
Send the completed form to the address provided on the form.

What You’ll Need

To get your State Pension forecast, you’ll need:

Your National Insurance number.
Proof of identity, such as a passport or driving license, if you’re creating a new account online.

Why It’s Important

Knowing your State Pension forecast can help you:

Understand how much State Pension you could get.
Find out when you can start receiving your State Pension.
Learn how you can increase your State Pension, for example, by paying to fill gaps in your National Insurance record.