Voluntary NI Contibutions Overseas

Hi, I moved back to Ireland 2 years ago and am due to retire in April 2024 - I was self employed for the 10 leading up to leaving the UK and prior to this work continuously in the private sector - I sent off the CF83 for in January 2023 and they confirmed receipt of this but despite making several phone calls to them I still can't make the final two years payments and this will affect my pension receipts/income - current estimate is £191 weekly - I registered with the International Pension Centre yesterday but they were not able to help me with the final voluntary contributions - I like many retired people have very little income so every penny counts - can some advise me about how I can make these payments - many thanks connie

Hi connierafferty Rafferty,
The final tax year does not count towards the UK state pension, so your date of birth will determine the years that will count.
If you have received your letter detailing the years you can pay and the amounts once the CF83 letter has been processed, please call the international caseworker
National Insurance helpline and they will advise the years you can pay up to retirement age and how to make the payment.
The International pension centre at the Department for work and Pensions should also be advising if you are able to make these tax year payments to HMRC.
Number - 0300 200 3500
Overseas - +44 19 1203 7010
Open - Monday to Friday: 8am to 6pm, Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Thank you.