The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to distribute a £443 payment this May to eligible state pensioners born before 1946. This payment is part of the Over 80 Pension (Category D), a UK state benefit designed for those aged 80 or over who receive little or no basic State Pension.
The Over 80 Pension provides up to £110.75 per week for the 2026/27 tax year, subject to meeting specific residency criteria and having reached State Pension age before 6 April 2016.
Carers UK, a leading charity, explains, “The Over 80 Pension is not based on National Insurance contributions, but you must have been resident in the UK, Isle of Man, or Gibraltar for at least 10 years out of 20 – including the day before your 80th birthday and beyond.”
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It’s important to note that this pension counts as taxable income and may impact other benefits you receive. If in doubt, seek professional advice. Carers UK offers support through advisors and free benefits checks via email at [email protected].
Eligibility for the Over 80 Pension requires:
- Being aged 80 or older.
- Reaching State Pension age before 6 April 2016.
- Receiving no basic State Pension or less than £110.75 weekly in 2026/27.
- Having lived in the UK for at least 10 years within a 20-year period, which includes the day before your 80th birthday or after.
- Being normally resident in the UK, Isle of Man, or Gibraltar on your 80th birthday or at the time of your claim.
For those living in or moving to the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, the DWP website provides information on pensions and benefits for UK nationals residing abroad.
Claims for the Over 80 Pension can be made starting up to 3 months before reaching the age of 80.