State Pension contact number
Two lines matter here. The claim line is for starting your State Pension when you are within 4 months of pension age. The Future Pension Centre gives forecasts if you have not reached pension age yet.
Checked against gov.uk on 7 September 2026
State Pension claim lineFree to call
Future Pension Centre (forecasts)Free to call
Other ways to call
Welsh language line: 0800 731 7936 (claim line)
Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 731 7898
Have this ready before you call
- Your National Insurance number
- The date you want your pension to start, if claiming
If the line is closed
- Check your State Pension forecast online at gov.uk at any time
- You can claim your State Pension online at gov.uk/get-state-pension
Common questions
Are the State Pension numbers free?
Yes. Both the claim line and the Future Pension Centre are 0800 numbers, free from UK mobiles and landlines.
Can I check my forecast without phoning?
Yes. The Check your State Pension forecast service on gov.uk shows the same figures online and is the quicker route for most people.
I already get my State Pension. Which number do I call?
The Pension Service helpline on 0800 731 0469 handles pensions already in payment.