Benefits Eligibility Checker
Millions of pounds in benefits go unclaimed every year — often because people assume they will not qualify. Answer these questions to see which benefits may be open to you.
How this works. This is a screening tool, not a decision. It flags the benefits that are worth investigating based on your answers. Eligibility for every benefit depends on details a short questionnaire cannot capture, so treat each result as a prompt to look further — not as a yes or a no.
Benefits covered in this section
Personal Independence Payment
For people aged 16 to State Pension age with a long-term health condition or disability. Not means-tested — income and savings are irrelevant.
Read the PIP guide →Universal Credit
The main working-age means-tested benefit, replacing six legacy benefits. Assessed monthly and reduced by 55p for every £1 earned above your work allowance.
Read the UC guide →Housing Benefit and help with rent
Most working-age renters now get help through the Universal Credit housing element. Housing Benefit continues for some groups, including many pensioners.
Read the housing guide →Council Tax Reduction
A separate means-tested discount run by your local council. Rules and the level of support vary significantly between authorities.
Read the CTR guide →Carer's Allowance
For people caring for someone at least 35 hours a week who receives a qualifying disability benefit. £86.45 a week, with an earnings limit of £204.
Read the Carer's Allowance guide →Attendance Allowance
For people over State Pension age who need help with personal care or supervision. Not means-tested.
Read the AA guide →