Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit that provides
financial assistance to people who have reached state pension
age.
Starting 6 May 2020 we introduced an online claim option to
support existing methods of applying for Pension Credit by
telephone or post.
This means that a person can claim the benefit without having
to leave their home and at a time of their choosing, helping
them adhere to social distancing and shielding measures. It
will also mean not having to wait to get through on the
phone, at a time when phone lines may be particularly busy.
Existing methods of claiming Pension Credit, by phone or on
paper, will both remain available to claimants. The digital
claim will simply provide an additional option.
You can make an online application for Pension Credit by
visitingPension Credit is a means-tested benefit that
provides financial assistance to people who have reached
state pension age.
Starting May 6, we introduced an online claim option to
support existing methods of applying for Pension Credit by
telephone or post.
This means that a person can claim the benefit without having
to leave their home and at a time of their choosing, helping
them adhere to social distancing and shielding measures. It
will also mean not having to wait to get through on the
phone, at a time when phone lines may be particularly busy.
Existing methods of claiming Pension Credit, by phone or on
paper, will both remain available to claimants. The digital
claim will simply provide an additional option.
You can make an online application for Pension Credit by
visiting the how to claim section.
