National Insurance number
National Insurance number
The National Insurance number (pronunciation: /ˈnæʃənəl ˈɪnʃʊrəns ˈnʌmbər/) is a unique identification number used in the United Kingdom to administer social security benefits.
Etymology
The term "National Insurance number" is derived from the National Insurance Act of 1911, which introduced a system of insurance against illness and unemployment in the UK. The number itself was introduced in 1975 as a means of tracking individual's contributions to the National Insurance fund.
Related Terms
- Social Security number: The equivalent identification number used in the United States for similar purposes.
- Tax file number: The equivalent identification number used in Australia for tax and superannuation purposes.
- Personal Public Service number: The equivalent identification number used in Ireland for accessing social welfare benefits, public services and information.
- Unique Taxpayer Reference: A 10-digit number unique to either an individual or a company in the UK, used for tax purposes.
Usage
The National Insurance number is used in the administration of the National Insurance or social security system. It is also used for some purposes in the UK tax system. The number is sometimes referred to as a NI No or NINO.
Format
A typical National Insurance number is made up of two letters, six numbers and a final letter, which is always A, B, C, or D. For example, 'QQ 12 34 56 C'.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on National Insurance number
- Wikipedia's article - National Insurance number
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