Enquire about contributory state pension and Private pension

[zdeno97]

Hi, I am 43 years of age and I have worked for over 14 years in Ireland. I was made redundant in 2009. I was paying private pension 1/3 paid by me and 2/3 by my employer) for 7 years. Can I get my shares earlier and do I have a right to receive my contributory pension when I reach 66 anywhere in Europe if I move out of Ireland. Thanks

 

[Protocol]

To answer your second question:

YES, a contributory State pensions can be paid to you no matter where you live.

 

[gipimann]

The age at which state pension is paid is being raised over the coming years so will be 68 (or possibly more) by the time you reach pension age.

 

[Steven Barrett]

You can draw down your pension benefits from age 50 with the trustees permission.