Your National Insurance payments contribute towards your social benefits. The amount one contributes towards national insurance in the United Kingdom depends on one’s level of income and employment status/category. If you are looking to work in the United Kingdom as an expatriate, you are required, just as a British national to obtain a National Insurance Number. The following information has been compiled to make the process clear. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us or use the forum to ask the members of our community..
| The National Insurance Number in UK | |
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The National Insurance Number in the UK is a personal Account number ensuring you are contributing towards the National Insurance System, tax deductions are recorded on your account. If you compare the system with other countries, the National Insurance System in the United Kingdom is, quite simply, a Social Security system. |
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| National Insuranec Contribution | |
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You are required to contribute toward National Insurance if you are employed (or self employed),over the age of 15 and your personal income surpasses the threshold. National Insurance payments ceases upon retirement. |
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| Submission of your N.I Number | |
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There are certain Bodies that you must submit your N.I Number to, including; your employer, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the Council (for housing benefits), Student Loans Copany (for student loans) etc. |
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| Obtaining you National Insurance Number | |
| If you would like to apply for a National Insurance Number, simply call the National Insurance Allocation Service, you will be required to have a identity interview | |
| National Insurance Allocation Service Telephone Number : (+44) (0) 845 600 0643. | |
| Identity Interview | |
| You are allowed to bring an interpreter if your English is not sufficient. You will be asked several questions about your background, and possibly, required to complete a questionnaire. | |
| Further Reading | |
| Table of NI Contribution Rates | View Details |
