Do I Qualify For Claiming UC ???

Scopeforum100
Scopeforum100 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
in Universal Credit (UC)
Hi,

I've currently been out of work for 7 weeks and still haven't found the job I'm looking for (currently living off savings) and still actively seeking work. Am I therefore eligible to claim a benefit for the 7 weeks out of work? although I may find a job soon,

Thanks.

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  • calcotti
    calcotti Online Community Member Posts: 10,000 Championing
    If your savings are below £16,000 it would be sensible to claim UC.
    If your savings are over £16,000 you can claim new style JSA if you have a complete NI record for tax years 2020-21 and 2021-22.
    You never know how long it will take you to get a job and even when you do you could have to wait several weeks before you get paid. 
  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,922 Championing
    I would like to add a warm welcome @Scopeforum100. It is great to see you have joined us.

    Please don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything else we can do to support you  :)

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