If you’re on a low income or out of work, you will be able to apply for Universal Credit to help with your living costs and rent.
You do not need to go into a Jobcentre Plus office to apply or get a payment and can receive up to a month’s advance upfront.
You may be able to get Universal Credit if:
Read more about eligibility for Universal Credit
Some benefits and tax credits are being replaced by Universal Credit.
Click on these external links to learn more:
Move to Universal Credit - Move to Universal Credit (ucmove.campaign.gov.uk)(link is external).