Full list of ways to prove your identity for new claims of Universal Credit.
There are now 6.9 million people across Great Britain receiving monthly financial support through Universal Credit , according to the latest statistics from the Department for Work and Pensions . This means-tested benefit is designed to help people out of work or on a low income with the cost of daily living.
How to verify your identity for Universal Credit claims You can verify your identity by one or more of the following: DWP guidance explains that you can use any two of the following items to verify your identity online: DWP said: “Depending on your circumstances, details of what evidence you need to provide will be discussed with you when you apply for Universal Credit.”Latest Benefits News Universal Credit payment rates 2024/25 Monthly rates are shown unless otherwise stated. A full list of all the new DWP benefit payment rates, including Housing Benefit and deductions can be found on GOV.UK here.
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