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Fuel Allowance income limit for people over 70 You can have income of up to €500 per week, or €1000 per week for a couple and still qualify for Fuel Allowance. Your capital (savings, property and investments) are also assessed. The first €50,000 of your capital is not included in the means test.

State pensions These include a living alone allowance for those who qualify, free travel, and a household package for people aged over 70 that includes help with electricity, gas and TV licence costs.

Here are some of the benefits for pensioners and older people for which you may be eligible. Pension Credit. ... Cold Weather Payment. ... Winter Fuel Payment. ... Disability Living Allowance. ... Personal Independence Payment. ... Carer's Allowance. ... Attendance Allowance. ... Bereavement Support Payment.

In December, a Christmas Bonus Double Payment was paid to 1.3 million Social Protection recipients including pensioners, carers and people with disabilities. From January 2023, the maximum rate of core Social Welfare rates was increased.

To get a State Pension (Non-Contributory), you must: Be aged 66 or over. Pass a means test - a means test looks at any income that you have – see 'How your income is assessed for a State Pension (Non-Contributory)' below. Live in Ireland and meet the habitual residence condition (HRC)

You can get the Household Benefits Package if you are aged 70 or over. You do not need to be getting a State pension and the package is not means tested. People under 70 can also get the HBP, but additional rules apply – see 'How to qualify for the Household Benefits Package' below.

Everyone aged over 70 who is living in Ireland qualifies for the Household Benefits Package. Some people aged under 70 also qualify for the package. The Household Benefits Package consists of a gas or electricity allowance and free television licence.