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War Pension Scheme: War Widows Or War Widowers Pension
Category
Money
Industry
Public Administration and Defence
Location Type
Online
Location
Online
Type
Services
Service Type
Other (service)
Cost
Free
Display Cost
Free
Description
You may be eligible for War Widows or Widowers Pension if your wife, husband or civil partner died as a result of their service in His Majesty’s (HM) Armed Forces before 6 April 2005. War Widows or Widowers Pension are paid at different rates depending on your age and circumstances. The payments are tax free and can be made to an eligible bereaved wife, husband or civil partner.
The URL provided offers information and guidance on how to apply for War Widows or War Widowers Pension, including:
- Eligibility
- Important information
- How to Claim
- A Downloadable PDF Application Form
About Gov UK
The Ministry of Defence website provides information on military veteran policies, healthcare, housing, records, pensions and more.