The first recorded use of a state pension was established in the Roman Empire in 13 BC by Augustus for military veterans who had served for at least 16 years in a legion and four years in the reserves. This was later increased to 20 years in a legion and five years in the reserves.[1]
Since 2023 the retirement age is 60 years for all. The standard age to start the pension is 65. However, you can start receiving it as early as age 60 or as late as age 70.