So there you go additional rate for tax relief on pensions for a higher rate payer (50%). Yes great if your a higher rate tax payer you can add £16,000 to your pension, the taxman automatically adds £4,000 and you claim an additional £6,000 via your tax return. At this point I have to stop typing due to fear of being sued for copyright. I could also go on to write that if your income has reached £130,000 since April 2008 you need advice.