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The normal retirement age for the main public pension has increased over time in Denmark, in line with rising life expectancy.
life expectancy retirement age age time
People born in 1952 and people born in 1972 can receive public pensions at different ages.
born in 1952
born in 1972
For people born in 1952, the retirement age was 65. For those born in 1972, it is 70: they must wait five additional years to receive their pension.
Over this period, the value of monthly pension benefits is expected to remain approximately stable.
pension value per month born in 1952 born in 1972
The early retirement age for Tidlig Pension or Efterløn has also increased: from 60 for people born in 1952 to 67 for people born in 1972.
In short
Born in 1952 Born in 1972
Normal retirement age 65 70 (+5 years)
Early retirement age 60 67 (+7 years)
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