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Posted Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:53:16 GMT by Robin Gillies
I turned 66 in July 23 and am now in receipt of my state pension - not the maximum pension as I did not have sufficient contributions. Will I be able to make a voluntary contribution for 22/23 in order to increase my pension, even though I’m already receiving it? If so, when will the amount I need to pay for 22/23 be known - at the moment the amount is not on the website record. Thanks.
Posted Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:01:17 GMT by HMRC Admin 8 Response
Hi,
Voluntary National Insurance contributions may be paid for the tax year before the one in which an individual reaches State Pension Age.  
As you’ve advised that you reached Pension Age in July 2023 then you will be able to pay voluntary contributions for the 2022-2023 tax year.
If you could call our National Insurance Helpline on 0300 200 3500 they will be able to check your National Insurance account and help you make payment.
You should speak with The Pension Service first to ensure that it will be worthwhile to pay voluntary contributions for the 2022-2023 tax year.  
Their telephone number is 0800 731 0469.
Thank you.
 

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