How do I apply?

Pension Credit could give you around £3,900 a year to help with living costs if you’re over the State Pension age and are on a low income.

You can check your eligbility using the online calculator, to do this, you will need to have your national insurance number, information about any income, savings and investments that you have and your bank details.

You can apply online by visiting gov.uk/pension-credit or call the claim line on 0800 99 1234

You will be notified by post when your claim has been assessed.