Benefit Entitlement Checks
Checking your entitlement
Checking your entitlement
Checking your entitlement
Checking whether you are entitled to claim benefits is a quick and easy process, and is the first step to maximising your income. It is also advisable to speak to an experienced welfare benefits specialist before claiming any new benefits as these can have implications for other benefits you may already receive.
Means-Tested Benefits
Checking your entitlement
Checking your entitlement
Some benefits are means-tested which means any income and savings you have will affect the amount you may be entitled to. These benefits include Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Council Tax Support.
Non Means-Tested Benefits
Checking your entitlement
Non Means-Tested Benefits
Non means-tested benefits are typically claimed to replace earnings, and or because of illness or disability. For some of these benefits you need to have paid enough national insurance contributions to qualify. You may qualify for disability benefits, such as Personal Independence Payment, even if you are currently working. Your income and savings do not affect your entitlement.