Online. You can contact the International Pension Centre (IPC) by email, using the online enquiry form.
All you can do is transfer your pension into a scheme abroad which is a Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (ROPS). Used to be called QROPS.
How to claim my State Pension Claiming online. You can claim your State Pension online on GOV.UK. Claiming over the phone. To claim over the phone, call the Pension Service claim line on 0800 731 7898. Claiming by post. You can also fill in a claim form and return it by post.
You will need to contact the Department for Work and Pensions to check your state pension forecast. You can contact them on 0800 731 0175, lines are open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
The latest figures show that a single person will need: £14,400 per year for a minimum retirement. £31,300 per year for a moderate retirement. £43,100 per year for a comfortable retirement.
You'll need 10 qualifying years on your National Insurance record to get any new State Pension. A qualifying year is one in which you were: working and made National Insurance contributions. getting National Insurance credits for example if you were unemployed, ill or a parent or carer.
Key Takeaways Americans need to qualify for a visa before making a permanent move to retire in the U.K. Although the U.K. is expensive, prices are more reasonable if you choose to retire outside of London. American expats can't join the U.K.'s National Health Service.
You'll need 10 qualifying years on your National Insurance record to get any new State Pension. A qualifying year is one in which you were: working and made National Insurance contributions. getting National Insurance credits for example if you were unemployed, ill or a parent or carer.