HMRC Admin 5 Response

Hi

I can confirm that class 2 National insurance contributions do count towards your UK state pension

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Hi RussellGibbon

The following page on gov.uk State Pension if you retire abroad: Claim State Pension abroad - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) advises how to obtain a state pension forecast and how to apply for your pension overseas

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Hi

A National Insurance number (NINO) or a NINO Card are not proof of identity, nor proof that someone has the right to work in the UK so a third party should not be able to use your card for fraudulent purposes with any reputable organisation.  

However  you may wish to contact the NI helpline on 0300 200 3500. Lines are open 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday.  They will be able to check your NI record for anything suspicious such as a recent change of address or a claim to benefit which you have not made.

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Hi

You can start working without a National Insurance number, however, you may already hold one.  
You can complete and send the CA5403, which wwe can use to trace your national insurance number.  
If you do not have one, once you return to the UK you can apply by going to Apply for a National Insurance number

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