Old Age Pension Qualified Adult

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lopin

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I'm getting pension (full contributions) January 26. My wife has been a homemaker most of her working life and does not have enough contributions.

My question is, can my wife get qualified adult payment (she will be 65) until she reaches 66

Also if she qualifies, will she have to be means tested as I'm continuing to work

Many thanks
 
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You can get the increase for qualified adult immediately when your COAP starts. The rate while she is younger than 66 is lower.
But you will receive the payments provided she passes the means test.
 
I will be still working as PAYE worker, will this go against her when the means test is accessed
 
lopin said:
Also if she qualifies, will she have to be means tested as I'm continuing to work
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lopin said:
will this go against her when the means test is accessed
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I presume that you are receiving the contributory old age pension? Emphasis here is mine.

Claiming for an adult dependant

You can get an increase in your social welfare payment for your adult dependant. This document explains who qualifies as an adult dependant.
www.citizensinformation.ie
 
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