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Can I get the UK pension?

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dabs
5 yrs ago

I have been told I may qualify for a UK pension if I add an additional year (I have 9 years of contributions). My question is: if I receive a partial UK pension, will centrelink deduct $$$ from my Australian husband's part pension? Thanks

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Centrelink will reduce your husbands pension if you receive a UK one.

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Dotty
5 yrs ago

Your UK pension will be counted as income so yes, it could affect how much your husband gets.

However, I know people who've done it, and the reduction in the Centrelink pension is LESS than the amount you'll get from the UK pension, so you should still be better off. 

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dabs
5 yrs ago

Thanks.

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