Hi, I'm Amanda2020! How long after a successful PIP assessment do payments take to go in the bank?

Amanda2020

Hello I applied for pip15 weeks ago I had my phone assessment last Monday had a text on the Wednesday to say they had recieved it so I asked for a copy not recieved as yet which is fine but I’ve seen some say they’ve had a payment In bank before had decision wandering how long it was after assessment they saw a payment into there banks it will be 16 weeks tomorrow’s Amd I’m really hoping it’s not the 6 weeks they’re saying any experiences apreciated 

janer1967

Hi and welcome to the community 

You are lucky as people who applied last year are still waiting for an assessment and dwp are quoting 10 months for the process from application 

They say it is 8 to 10 weeks to get a decision from assessment 

Some do get paid before letter that is because letter and payment are released at same time and letter takes longer to get to you 

Cher_Alumni

Hi @Amanda2020

Good luck with the outcome of your PIP claim.  It's difficult for us to offer a reliable timeframe given the variation across the country but fingers crossed for you hearing sooner rather than later.

As not to confuse you: I've moved your thread into our PIP, DLA and AA category and tweaked the title to help others spot your question.  

Best wishes and if you could keep us updated that would be fab.  

rubin16

Hi Welcome to the community,

I had my telephone assessment on Tuesday 29th June and had payment in my bank account on Thursday 15th July. I received the letter saying I was awarded PIP on Monday 19th July. So took 2 1/2 weeks from assessment to decision.

Hope this helps,

MarkM88

However you need to remember that this is only one experience and the wait times vary from area to area. You will obviously hear of people waiting various times and this is because there is no definite time frame, it takes however long it takes to be fair. 

Amanda2020

Thanks all it’s totally new to me all this but was just kinda hoping after assessment wouldn’t take too long I asked for a copy of my report Thursday so hoping that will arrive any day now but who knows

woodbine

@Amanda2020 sorry but you are no where near a decision yet, the average wait after assessment is around 8 weeks, when you get a copy of the assessment that won't be a decision just a recommendation although the DWP usually go with that.

Amanda2020

Yes I saw that thanks for your help I think I’ll get the report any day now 

woodbine

Amanda2020 said:

Yes I saw that thanks for your help I think I’ll get the report any day now 

good luck

LeeA380

Amanda2020 said:

Yes I saw that thanks for your help I think I’ll get the report any day now 

why do you presume your assessment will be successful? If it isn't, then you won't get any money anyway.

Amanda2020

Wow did I say it would be I was simply asking a general question if it is how long after the assessment does it take to get decision and payment 

rubin16

LeeA380 said:

Amanda2020 said:

Yes I saw that thanks for your help I think I’ll get the report any day now 

why do you presume your assessment will be successful? If it isn't, then you won't get any money anyway.

I think in the same light, why should they feel like they havn't got an award and just give up. I think in these instances you just have to be hopeful and presume your going to get an award unless your told otherwise, especially if you know you should be entitled to one.

I think we should just give out postive vibes and stay hopeful for people, and then be there and support them further when things don't go to plan.

LeeA380

Amanda2020 said:

Wow did I say it would be I was simply asking a general question if it is how long after the assessment does it take to get decision and payment 

I am sorry, my post came across a bit harsh. I hope you will be successful, but it is a long waiting game. Good luck (to us all!)