Pensions
How do I check my State Pension age?
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In short: Use the gov.uk State Pension age calculator with your date of birth — it shows the exact date you can claim. Check your State Pension forecast at the same time for expected weekly amount.
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Men and women have the same State Pension age since 2018.
Claim up to four months before reaching State Pension age.
See State Pension age guide and how-to check forecast.
Primary source: gov.uk/state-pension-age
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