Universal Credit

Universal Credit (UC) is a benefit you can claim if you have a low income. You might be able to get it if you are working, on a low income, or if you are too unwell to work. The money you get will depend on your circumstances, but could include money to live on and money to pay your rent.

In Scotland, there is the option to be paid Universal Credit twice a month.

To claim Universal Credit you must meet the eligibility criteria which includes:

• Be out of work, working part-time or unable to work because of a health condition
• You must live in the UK
• Be over the age of 18 and under the state pension age
• Have £16,000 or less in savings
• If you live with a partner you will both need to claim and what you get will depend on their earnings.

To find out more about Universal Credit, check out the Universal Credit section of the website which includes all the information you need to know about applying, rates of payments, and appealing a decision.