Apply for my State Pension

We recommend you apply for State Pension (Contributory) six months before you wish to start claiming your pension.

The quickest and easiest way to apply for State pension is through MyWelfare. All you need is a verified MyGovID account. You can get verified MyGovID account if you have a Public Service Card, a verified mobile phone number and an email address.

Learn how to sign up for MyGovID here.

Alternatively, you can print and complete the application form on this page.

You can also get this form from your local:

• Intreo Office or social welfare branch office
• post office

Note on Invalidity Pension

If you are getting Invalidity Pension from the department at age 66, you will automatically transfer to State Pension (Contributory). Any allowances that are currently in payment on your Invalidity Pension will also transfer to your State Pension (Contributory).

You do not need to make an application for State Pension.

Extra allowances and benefits

These are some of the other allowances you may be eligible for.

Free Travel

You will qualify for the Free Travel Scheme at age 66 if you reside in the State. If you apply for a State Pension before you reach 66 you do not need to submit a separate application.

If you do not have a Public Services Card, please go to www.gov.ie/PSC for more information. However, you will need to register for a Public Services Card to get your Free Travel Card, please contact your local PSC Centre to make an appointment.

In addition, these are some of the other allowances you may be eligible for.

• Household Benefits
• Fuel Allowance
• Increase for a Qualified Adult
• Child Support Payment (previously known as Increase for a Qualified Child)
• Living Alone Increase
• Living on a Specified Island

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