NHS Pensions - Deferred benefits claim form - (AW8P) - NHSBSA 2025

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The document is a claim form (AW8P) for deferred benefits from the NHS Pension Scheme. It provides detailed instructions for applicants to fill out their personal information, pension details, and any relevant documentation required for processing their claims. The form includes sections on personal status, type of pension being claimed, HMRC compliance questions, and payment details. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of providing original documents and outlines the implications of claiming benefits based on different sections of the pension scheme.

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Begin by entering your Scheme membership number in Part 1. This is an eight-digit number that identifies your pension scheme.
In Part 2, provide personal details including your title, address, and contact information. Ensure you attach a copy of your birth certificate or passport as required.
Complete the status section by indicating your marital status and providing necessary documentation such as marriage or civil partnership certificates.
In Part 3, specify the type of pension you are claiming. Tick the appropriate boxes for the sections applicable to you and follow up with any additional questions related to lump sums.
Fill out Part 4 regarding HMRC information accurately to avoid delays in processing your application.
Provide employment details in Part 6, including your last NHS employer and any future employment plans within the NHS.
Enter your bank details in Part 7 for payment processing. Ensure all fields are completed correctly for smooth transactions.
Finally, read and sign the declaration in Part 8 before submitting your form along with all required documents.

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How to claim a deferred NHS pension?

If you are a deferred member like Joe, you can download the AW8P Deferred Benefits Claim Form from our website. Make sure you follow all the instructions and provide all the information requested. If any information is missing, it may lead to a delay in processing your application.

What happens to my NHS pension when I pass away?

NHS pension members can nominate someone to receive lump sum and pension benefits after theyve gone. We call these people eligible dependants.

How do I claim my NHS pension after leaving?

If you have more than two years service, you can apply for a transfer at any time before your normal pension age. If you have less than two years service, you must: Join your new scheme within 12 months of leaving the NHS, and. Apply for your transfer within 12 months of joining your new scheme.

Can I withdraw all of my NHS pension?

You may be able to take your pension as a one-off lump sum if either: the capital value of all your pension arrangements except State Pension or adult dependants pension is 30,000 or less. the total value of the one-off lump sum in your NHS Pension not including any commencement lump sum is 10,000 or less.

What happens to my NHS pension if I leave the country?

If you move abroad, you can still receive your NHS pension. Your pension can be paid into a UK bank account, or in some cases, directly to an overseas bank account. Be aware of any tax implications in the country you move to.

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How do I find out how much my deferred NHS pension is worth?

We provide active and deferred members with an Annual Benefit Statement (ABS). Theyre also known as Total Reward Statements (TRS) and can be accessed via Electronic Staff Record (ESR).

Where to send completed 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.

How to claim NHS pension after leaving?

If you leave the NHS scheme before completing two years of qualifying membership*, youre entitled to apply for a refund of the contributions youve made, rather than deferring or transferring your benefits. You can do this via the RF12 form, available from the NHS pensions hub.