State Pension Age

Currently, the state pension age is 65 for men born before 6 April 1959.  For women born on or before 5 April 1950, state pension age is 60.

The state pension age for women born on or after 6 April 1950 will increase gradually to 65 between 2010 and 2020.

From April 2020 the state pension age will be 65 for both men and women.

Between 2024 and 2046 the state pension age will increase for both men and women.  This increase will be gradual, happening over two years every decade.

To find out when you can claim your state pension, click here.