Anyone have a rough time frame for change of circumstance review?

chloeanne

Hello, I notified a change of circumstances to pip on 14th feb, they sent form out and I got a text to say they’ve received my form on 9th march and that they’ll contact me again if I need an assessment or they need more info. My anxiety is sky high waiting without a rough idea on a timescale. I know reviews are taking a while due to backlogs. Does anyone have a really rough estimate on how long it can take? I assume I’m going to need another assessment, is it just waiting until they have an availability? Will I be notified in advance of any assessments? I’m so nervous I’m going to get a random call and not know what to do. I’m stressing quite a lot about this, and it’s only made worse by not knowing how long. 

poppy123456

You could be waiting quite a considerable length of time as in several+ months. Yes, you will most likely need an assessment and most are done by telephone. Some are video or face to face. If this is needed you will be contacted with a date and time. 

Best thing to do is try to focus on something else while you wait. 

chloeanne

Okay, I can deal with several months, at least that’s a time frame. Thank you 

kentpete246

hi everyone I phoned for change of circumstances on the 5th of jan, they received the form and evidence on the 8th of feb.  March's payment was increased, phoned and i have gone up to enhanced on both!! im still in shock how quick it was...

Adrian_Scope

Congratulations @kentpete246! It's always great to hear when people receive the support they need, especially when the process goes smoothly and quickly.

It's encouraging to hear that your experience was positive and that your change of circumstances was processed quickly.

kentpete246

thanks adrian

chloeanne

@kentpete246 congratulations! I’m so glad it went quickly for you. Fingers crossed mine goes quickly too haha

kentpete246

thanks chloeanne i hope yours goes quickly to