Pay voluntary Class 2 National Insurance contributions if you do not pay through Self Assessment

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Pay online

You can pay voluntary Class 2 National Insurance contributions directly using your online or mobile bank account if you’re paying from a UK bank account.

If you’re paying from a foreign bank account, you’ll need to make an online or telephone bank transfer instead.

You’ll need:

  • your online banking details
  • the 18-digit reference number shown on your HMRC payment request

If you do not have an 18-digit reference number and you’ve already registered with HMRC, contact the National Insurance helpline.

Your payment may be delayed if you use the wrong reference number. HMRC may also send you a reminder to pay.

Pay now

The payment is usually instant but can take up to 2 hours to show in your bank account.

Confirmation of payment

You do not need to contact HMRC to check your payment has been received.

It will appear on your National Insurance record and your personal tax account. This can take up to 8 weeks.