Hi, my name is Jacob02k! partnernot eligible for universal credit due to not passing resident test.

Jacob02k
Jacob02k Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited May 2024 in Benefits and income
Hello i want to ask you my partner is not eligible for universal credit due to not passing resident test we have joint claim but she dont getting any money. It has been like this over 2 years will she be eligible now if i call dwp?

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,458 Championing
    If they have No Recourse to Public Funds then no and claiming benefits could cause big problems. 
    https://england.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/benefits/claiming_benefits_if_you_have_no_recourse_to_public_funds

    This is complex and they really do need to get expert advice. An internet forum isn't the place for this sort of advice. 
  • Albus_Scope
    Albus_Scope Posts: 11,423 Scope Online Community Coordinator
    Hi there @Jacob02k and welcome to the community. :)

    As Poppy has said, it's possibly best to look into more focused advice for this particular issue. We can offer support, but I don't think any of us are quite equipped for the kind of answers you'd be looking for. What was the reason for not passing the residency test previously?