Aw6 form 2026

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The document is an application form for Scheme Retirement Benefits, which must be completed by applicants up to four months before their retirement date. It includes sections for personal details, marital status, dependent children, pension allocation, additional voluntary contributions, HMRC information, payment details, and a declaration. The form requires verification from the employer regarding the applicant's identity and employment details. It also provides guidance on re-employment after retirement and includes a text messaging service for pension updates.

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Begin with Part 1, where you will enter your personal details. Fill in your surname, forename(s), maiden name (if applicable), date of birth, title, National Insurance number, present address, and daytime telephone number.
Proceed to Part 2.1 to indicate your marital or civil partnership status. Select the appropriate box and provide any necessary dates related to marriage or civil partnerships as required.
In Part 3, if you wish to allocate part of your pension for a dependant, tick the box and attach the completed form AW6/11A.
Continue through Parts 4 to 9 by answering questions regarding additional voluntary contributions, HMRC information, payment details, and finally signing the declaration.

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How to claim NHS pension?

Once you have notified your employer, they will give you the retirement application form AW8. You must complete parts 6 to 14 of this form. You must then return the form to your employer for them to complete parts 1 to 5. Your employer will then submit your application to NHS Pensions on your behalf.

Where do I send my aw8p form?

Please return this form together with the certificates required to: NHS Pensions, PO Box 2269, Bolton, BL6 9JS. Please enter your Scheme membership number. It is an eight digit number.

Where to return AW8 form?

The member should complete Parts 7 to 15 of the form with their personal details and return the form to their employer together with any relevant certificates. Only original or certified copies of original documents are acceptable.

What is the AW8 form?

Applying for your pension benefits retirement application form AW8. If you are an active member of the NHS Pension Scheme or have opted out but remain in NHS employment you must inform your employer of your intention to retire around 4 months before your retirement date.

What is the AW8 form for SPPA?

This is an ill health retirement application for a person, who, on ceasing to be an NHS scheme member, may be entitled to receive an annual pension provided that the applicant fulfils the criteria for payment of benefits.