Not sure if you can get Universal Credit?

Universal Credit is a benefit you can claim if you’re on a low income or unemployed.

“It might be worth claiming Universal Credit if:

  • you’re struggling to pay the bills

  • you’ve lost your job and have no income

  • your income has dropped but you’re still working
  • you have a disability or illness that stops you working

  • you have childcare costs

  • you’re caring for someone

If you already get other benefits, you might have to move to Universal Credit instead.

There’s no set level of income where you stop being eligible for Universal Credit – it depends on your situation.

Read our advice to check if you can get Universal Credit. If you’re still not sure, you can talk to an adviser (contact details below).”

Click here to check if you’re eligible at our national website.


Need help with a range of everyday issues such as benefits, housing, employment, family, debts, consumer, etc? Contact us for free advice.


Citizens Advice South West Surrey CONTACT DETAILS

Call Adviceline (free) to speak to an Adviser:

Waverley 0808 278 7980

Guildford and Ash 0808 278 7888

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And for other topics, check-out our online advice about benefits, money and debt, housing, consumer issues, work problems, and relationships.

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