Benefits and Credit Cards

hector86
hector86 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
in Benefits and income
Hi! I’m on ESA, Child Tax Credit & PIP. I have two credit cards and I am very worried that I’ll be in trouble with the benefits people? Are credit cards actually allowed while claiming benefits? Thank you. 

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  • calcotti
    calcotti Online Community Member Posts: 10,000 Championing
    edited September 2022
    There is nothing to prevent you having credit cards while on benefits (if the card provider is prepared to issue one).
  • bg844
    bg844 Online Community Member Posts: 3,928 Championing
    https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/eligibility/credit-cards/search/

    Use that link to see which ones you’d be eligible for, without affecting your credit score.
  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,922 Championing
    What an insightful thread! Thanks everyone for supporting each other.

    You all make the community the supportive and friendly space it is. If you need any help though please remember we are here for you too  :)

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