Find out if you are eligible for Universal Credit

What is your date of birth?

Your date of birth affects what benefits and tax credits you may be entitled to. It will also tell us what your pension age is.

You must be at least 16 years old to have your own benefit claim.
If you are 16 or 17 years old special rules apply so you should find an adviser to speak to (opens in a new window) about your benefit entitlement.