Check if you're eligible for Pension Credit BEFORE 21 December 2024

If you receive a State Pension, it's important to check if you're eligible for Pension Credit as from this winter, you'll only receive the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment if you get Pension Credit.  The deadline for claiming Pension Credit is 21 December 2024.

Pension Credit tops up pension income and can help with day-to-day living costs.

If you are over state pension age, you may be eligible to claim Pension Credit, even if you own your home or have savings. People who claim Pension Credit may also be able to get:

  • the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment and other help with heating costs 
  • help with rent and Council Tax
  • a free TV Licence for those aged 75 or over
  • help with the cost of NHS services, such as NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments

You could be eligible for Pension Credit if your weekly income is below £218.15 or, if you have a partner who lives with you, £332.95. Qualifying income level may be higher in some circumstances. Don’t miss out.

Check your eligibility at gov.uk/pension-credit or by calling 0800 99 1234.