Hi, my name is michtray70! awarded uc carnt work can I get an advanced payment while waiting?

michtray70
michtray70 Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited April 2023 in Universal Credit (UC)
Iv just been awarded uc carnt work can I get an advanced payment while waiting 

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Community Member Posts: 64,375 Championing
    If it's a new claim and you haven't yet received your first payment you can request a new claim advance payment but you'll need to wait until you've had your first job centre appointment. https://www.gov.uk/universal-credit/get-an-advance-first-payment
    Please be aware that this will need to be repaid back and will reduce your future payments.


  • Cher_Alumni
    Cher_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 5,713 Championing
    Hello @michtray70 and a warm welcome to our online community, how's it going?

    Are you able to manage okay for essential items in the meantime before any advance payment? Please let us know if you're struggling and we'll endeavour to support you all we can.

    Take care and keep us posted.

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