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Posted Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:42:12 GMT by Julia62 Herneman
I have paid 34 full years and due to ill health no longer work. My forecast is 175.85 - if I pay the outstanding year will this go up to the forecast of 213.77? It’s impossible to get through on the phone - and the online platform says because I am not currently working (contributing) I cannot make a payment online so need to be able to speak to someone!
Posted Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:10:29 GMT by HMRC Admin 20 Response
Hi Julia62,
You will need to speak to the DWP (Department for work and Pensions) to see if paying voluntary contributions will increase your state pension and the actual
mount it goes up to if you have not done so already.
If you have ensured the year/s to pay will make an increase with DWP you will need to speak to the HMRC National Insurance helpline if the online platform
prevents you from making a payment. They will be able to check your national insurance record and advise how to pay.
DWP :
Number - 0800 731 0175
Overseas - +44 191 218 3600
Open - 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday
If you are six months to state pension age and over:
Number - 0800 731 0469
Welsh - 0800 731 0453
Open - 8:00am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, closed bank holidays and weekends
HMRC NI Helpline:
Number - 0300 200 3500
Overseas - 0044 191 203 7010
Open - Monday to Friday: 8am to 6pm Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
Thank you.

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