January 18, 2024
Find the Invalidity Pension phone number in Ireland and learn how employers can assist employees with queries.
Article written by
Trevor Gardiner
Helping employees understand their rights and benefits, such as the Invalidity Pension, enhances workplace satisfaction and ensures your team feels valued and informed.
If your employees need to contact the Invalidity Pension Claims Section in Ireland, they can reach out at(043) 334 0000 or 0818 927 770.
Read on to explore the various ways your employees can contact the Invalidity Pension department in Ireland and when it might be necessary for employers to assist.
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As an employer, knowing the contact details of the Invalidity Pension Claim Section of the Social Welfare Services Office enables you to guide employees when they seek support.
If your employees want to apply for the Invalidity Pension or make a general enquiry, here are the department’s phone numbers:
(043) 334 0000
0818 927 770
+353 43 334 0000 (for calls outside the Republic of Ireland)
If your employees wish to send a letter or reach out via email, here’s the department’s address and email ID:
Invalidity Pension Claim Section
Social Welfare Services Office,
Government Buildings,
Ballinalee Road,
Longford, N39 E4E0,
Ireland
Email: [email protected]
To apply for the Invalidity Pension, you must complete the Invalidity Pension application form (INV1) and send it to the Invalidity Pension Claim Section. You can collect the application form from your local Intreo Centre, Social Welfare Branch Office, or Citizens Information Centre.
The ideal time for your employees to reach out to the Invalidity Pension Claim Section is during the Longford Social Welfare Services Office’s regular hours.
They operate five days a week during local Irish time, varying timings on certain days:
Monday to Wednesday: 9:15 am to 5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:15 am to 4:30 pm
Employers can play a key role in helping your team navigate the Invalidity Pension process. This includes:
Provide information: Share contact details and eligibility criteria for the Invalidity Pension with your employees.
Offer guidance: Help employees complete their application forms and direct them to local resources like Intreo Centres.
Create awareness: Organize informational sessions or include pension-related resources in onboarding materials.
Be flexible: Support employees with flexible work arrangements or additional leave as they navigate their pension applications.
By staying informed and proactive, employers can contribute to a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing.
Article written by
Trevor Gardiner
Trevor Gardiner QFA, RPA, APA in Insurance. With 23 years of experience in Financial Services, I have a strong passion for Health Insurance and Pensions.
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