Benefit Payment for 65 Year Olds
A weekly payment of €254 for people who retire at 65, paid from your 65th birthday until you reach State Pension age at 66.
Last checked July 2026
What it is
A weekly payment for people who retire at 65, to bridge the gap until the State Pension starts at 66. Based on your PRSI record.
Who can get it
- You are 65 years of age
- You have stopped employment or self-employment
- You are resident in the Republic of Ireland
- You satisfy the PRSI contribution conditions (based on your social insurance record)
- It bridges the gap between retiring at 65 and the State Pension, which starts at 66.
- The full personal rate is €254 a week, with an increase of up to €168.60 for a qualified adult.
- It is based on your PRSI record, not a means test on your savings, though a qualified adult's own income is assessed.
- Apply online through MyWelfare, or by the paper form BP65.
How to apply
Applications go through DSP. The official page has the full eligibility rules and the application itself.
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Checked against the official source on 1 July 2026. Always confirm the details on the official page before applying.
Questions people ask
How much is the Benefit Payment for 65 Year Olds?
The full personal rate is €254 a week. There is an increase for a qualified adult of up to €168.60, and child support payments of €58 a week (under 12) or €78 a week (12 and over) at the full rate.
Who can get it?
People aged 65 who have stopped employment or self-employment, are resident in the Republic of Ireland, and satisfy the PRSI contribution conditions. It is paid from your 65th birthday until your 66th birthday.
How do I apply?
Apply online at MyWelfare.ie with a verified MyGovID account, or request a paper form (BP65) by emailing the Department of Social Protection.
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