Claiming state pension, need proof of divorce?

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allthecats1 said:

I am due to start receiving my state pension in March 2025. How far in advance do you receive a confirmation code? Also, I was divorced in the early 1990s, can't verify it with official paperwork as no longer have it, has anyone been able to just put the date (year) of divorce? If a copy decree absolute is required, I am worried because without knowing the court it looks like it's almost impossible to obtain one and this could be a barrier to receiving my state pension (which will be my only form of income). Any advice gratefully received!

Read the previous answers which will tell you that an approximate divorce date is fine.