Will my dad keep his pension increase after returning to Thailand from the UK?

@Lester ********

The UK State Pension is indeed classified as a benefit within the United Kingdom's social security framework.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

* Legal Definition: UK legislation, specifically the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992 and the Pensions Act 2014, describes the State Pension as a "contributory benefit." This legal classification roots it within the existing social security system, funded through National Insurance contributions.

* Contribution-Based: The amount of State Pension a person receives is directly linked to their National Insurance (NI) contribution record. To be eligible for any State Pension, you typically need at least 10 qualifying years of NI contributions. To receive the full new State Pension, 35 qualifying years are usually required. These contributions are generally made through employment, self-employment, or by receiving certain benefits that provide NI credits (such as Child Benefit, Universal Credit, or Jobseeker's Allowance).

* Not Means-Tested: Unlike some other benefits, the State Pension is not means-tested. This means that your entitlement to it does not depend on your income or savings. Everyone who meets the National Insurance contribution criteria and has reached the State Pension age is eligible, regardless of their other financial circumstances.

* Part of Retirement Income: For many individuals, the State Pension forms a crucial part of their retirement income, often alongside private or workplace pensions.

* Annual Increases: The State Pension amount is typically increased each April. This increase is determined by the "triple lock" system, which ensures it rises by the highest of:

* Average earnings growth

* The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) measure of inflation (from the previous September)

* A guaranteed minimum of 2.5%

Current State Pension Amounts (for the tax year):

* Full new State Pension: £230.25 per week (requires around 35 qualifying years).

* Full basic State Pension: £176.45 per week (for those who reached State Pension age before 6 April 2016 and met the qualifying conditions).

In summary, while the State Pension is earned through National Insurance contributions over a person's working life, it is legally and functionally classified as a benefit provided by the government as part of the social security system to provide income in retirement.

@Lester ********

that would be fraud.

@Roger *******

here's a number to call +441912187777 ,I have lived abroad for over 20yrs any queries on my pension and they've sorted me out everytime, plus last time I called I told them I was in thailand, they called me back save putting me on hold...77 ,I have lived abroad for over 20yrs any queries on my pension and they've sorted me out everytime, plus last time I called I told them I was in thailand, they called me back save putting me on hold...

@Roger *******

give a friend/family uk address for a reply, majority of non registered mail coming here is never delivered. Register your letter and track it online too

@Markie *****

Really? Maybe you should check why you haven’t when everyone else has .

@Pete ******

what you mean become a tax resident.

He will probably pay tax no matter where in the world he lives.

UK pension is nearly taxable now at source.

Any extra pensions savings etc all taxed at source.

+ self assessment to do

Thought tax avoidance was to go non-dom

Or am I missing something here.