The enhanced Check Your State Pension forecast service is now available online.

The new digital service is a joint venture between HMRC and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). It has been enhanced to include a fully end-to-end digital solution.

The service allows most people under State Pension age to view their pension forecast and identify any gaps in their National Insurance Contributions (NICs) record. This will be helpful if you are looking to make voluntary NIC contributions to increase your entitlement to benefits, including the State or New State Pension.

Usually, HMRC allows you to pay voluntary contributions for the past six tax years. The deadline is 5 April each year. However, there is currently an opportunity for people to make up gaps in their NICs for the tax years from April 2006 to April 2017, as part of transitional measures to the new State Pension. The deadline has most recently been extended until 5 April 2025.

HMRC has also confirmed that all relevant voluntary NIC payments will be accepted at the rates applicable in 2022-23 until 5 April 2025.

Contact us for more information on voluntary contributions and whether it’s the right decision for you.

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