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Can I apply for Old Age Pension?

No. Old Age Pension is a monthly grant given to people 65 years of age and over, based on their income.To qualify for this grant you must be 65 years and over and:
  • Have a monthly income of TT$1000.00 or less.
  • Have resided in Trinidad and Tobago for 20 years before the date of the application. Periods of absence from the country must not total more than five years during those 20 years, or the applicant must have lived a total of 60 years in Trinidad and Tobago.