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If this is compulsory, you aren't allowed to work to help pay for it!
In previous threads on this subject, it has been stated that this is compulsory for people (foreigners) who work here. There is no mention in the rules/law that it is compulsory for retired residents, I think it was Stoop who posted the link.
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So someone on say £20k would not pay on the first £5k but 11% on £15k = £1650 per year
So for 2 people it would be £3300/year or at todays exchange rate 7656/year, I'm not absolutely sure but I believe if you pay a higher rate you can recieve a pension here in Turkey as well.
I know it is not a straight comparison, but if we had to return to the UK we could not live on my pensions, so would have to get jobs and pay NI.