What is the State Pension (Non-contributory)?
The State Pension (Non-contributory) is a means-tested pension provided by the Irish government for individuals aged 66 or over who don't qualify for a contributory pension based on their social insurance (PRSI) contributions, or who only qualify for a reduced rate of State Pension (Contributory).
It is sometimes more beneficial for individuals to receive the State Pension (Non-contributory) instead of a reduced State Pension (Contributory).
How to qualify for the State Pension (Non-contributory):
To qualify you must:
Rates of Payment:
The rate of payment for the State Pension (Non-contributory) depends on the results of the means test. However, if you have no income from any source, the maximum personal weekly rate of payment as of 6 January 2023 is:
How to Apply:
We recommend that you apply 3 months before your 66th birthday. To apply for State Pension (Non-contributory), download and fill in the State Pension (Non-Contributory) Application Form (SPNC1) You can also get this form at your local Intreo Centre.
Please return your completed application form and relevant supporting documents to:
State Pension (Non-contributory) Section
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