Apply for Universal Credit and other benefits: Homes for Ukraine
Benefits that are available to you and how to apply for them.
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How to use the service
You can apply for Universal Credit online . You will need to create an account to make a claim. To apply online you’ll need: your bank or building society account details an email address access to a phone If you do not have these, you can call the Universal Credit helpline or go to a Jobcentre. You can also get support from the Citizens Advice Help to Claim service. You’ll also have to prove your identity. You’ll need identity documents for this, for example: a full or provisional Ukraine driving licence (it must have a photo of you on it) any national identity card, except those issued under the UK ID Card Scheme a residence permit, registration certificate or document certifying or indicating permanent residence issued by the Home Office or the UK Border Agency to a national of a European Economic Area country or Switzerland a Biometric Residence Permit issued by the UK Border Agency You can find out more about your eligibility for Universal Credit . If you study in the UK, read the guidance about Universal Credit and students
Fees
Your first payment will take 5 weeks from the date you submit your application. Every payment after that will be on the same date each month. If that day is on a weekend you will get it on the working day before.
Processing time
It can take up to 16 weeks to process a new Child Benefit claim (or longer if you’re new to the UK). Child Benefit can be backdated for up to 3 months.
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Apply for Universal Credit and other benefits: Homes for Ukraine
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