Before you start a claim for Age Pension, check if you meet the rules. You can get your documents ready, like proof of identity or details about income and assets.

If you’re currently getting an eligible payment, you may be able to transfer to Age Pension instead of doing a full claim. We’ll contact you 13 weeks before you reach Age Pension age to tell you how to apply to transfer.

Read about things you need to consider when you’re preparing to claim Age Pension.