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Is it worth paying voluntary Class 2 NI while abroad

Hi everyone

I have been working abroad for a few years now on a local contract and have lost touch with the pensions and NI changes recently.

The main question I have is whether its worth paying voluntary class 2 NI. What is the value of the benefits compared to the cost?

Thoughts?

Comments

  • EdInvestor
    EdInvestor Posts: 15,749 Forumite
    Most certainly, it's the bargain of the century. :)

    The new changes mean you only need 30 years NICs to get the full basic state pension.How many have you got so far?
    Trying to keep it simple...;)
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