Universal Credit is a payment to help with your living costs. It’s paid monthly. You may be able to get it if you’re on a low income or out of work.
How to claim Universal Credit: step by step – click here
You may be able to get Universal Credit if:
you’re on a low income or out of work
you’re 18 or over (there are some exceptions if you’re 16 to 17)
you’re under State Pension age (or your partner is)
you and your partner have £16,000 or less in savings between you
you live in the UK
How to claim
You are required to apply for Universal Credit online.
You have to apply as a couple if you and your partner live together. You do not need to be married.
You might also need to phone the Universal Credit helpline to book a phone appointment with a work coach. You’ll be told if you need to do this after you apply.
What you need to apply
You’ll need:
your bank, building society or credit union account details (call the Universal Credit helpline if you do not have one)
an email address
information about your housing, for example how much rent you pay
details of your income, for example payslips
details of savings and any investments, like shares or a property that you rent out
details of how much you pay for childcare if you’re applying for help with childcare costs
If you do not provide the right information when you apply it might affect when you get paid or how much you get.
You also have to verify your identity online. You’ll need some proof of identity for this, for example your:
driving licence
passport
debit or credit card
To apply for Universal Credit please click here for further information.
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