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🇬🇧 UK Disability · Updated June 2026

♿ PIP

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a tax-free benefit for people aged 16–64 with a long-term health condition or disability. It's not means-tested (income and savings don't affect it) and it can be claimed whether you're working or not. PIP helps with the extra daily living and mobility costs that come with disability.

£28.70–£184.30/week
Benefit amount
Disability
Category

Do you qualify?

You may qualify if you have a physical or mental health condition or disability that causes difficulties with daily living or getting around, and this has lasted (or is expected to last) at least 12 months.

AgeAged 16–64 when you claim. Those over 65 claim Attendance Allowance instead.
Health conditionPhysical or mental health condition or disability — including mental health conditions, learning disabilities, and hidden disabilities.
DurationThe condition must have affected you for 3 months and be expected to continue for at least 9 more months (12 months total). Terminal illness has different rules.
ResidencyMust have been in Great Britain for 2 of the last 3 years and be habitually resident.
Income/savingsNot means-tested. Your income and savings do NOT affect PIP.
WorkingYou can claim PIP whether you're working or not.

How much you could get

PIP has two components — Daily Living (£72.65 or £108.55/week) and Mobility (£28.70 or £75.75/week). You may get one or both. The higher rates apply if you need more support. PIP is tax-free, non-means-tested, and paid every 4 weeks. In 2024/25, the maximum weekly amount is £184.30 (both higher rates).

How to apply — step by step

1

Call the PIP claim line

Call 0800 917 2222 (free, Mon–Fri 8am–6pm). You'll be sent a 'How your disability affects you' form (PIP2). You cannot apply online for PIP.

2

Complete the PIP2 form carefully

This is the most important step. Describe your worst days, not your best. Focus on how your condition affects you, not the condition itself. Get help from Citizens Advice or a disability charity if needed.

3

Attend a PIP assessment

Most people attend a consultation with a healthcare professional (phone, video, or in person). Bring evidence of your condition — letters from doctors, consultants, or social workers.

4

Receive your decision

The DWP will write to you with their decision. This can take 4–8 months from your initial call. Continue chasing if you haven't heard.

5

Appeal if refused

About 70% of PIP appeals succeed. Request a Mandatory Reconsideration first, then appeal to tribunal if needed. Do not give up — this is extremely common.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I claim PIP for mental health conditions?
Yes. PIP covers all long-term health conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, and autism. Mental health conditions are assessed the same way as physical conditions — based on how the condition affects your daily life and mobility.
What if I'm refused PIP?
First, request a Mandatory Reconsideration (MR) within one month — around 20% of MRs succeed. If the MR fails, appeal to an independent tribunal — approximately 70% of appeals succeed. Get help from Citizens Advice, a welfare rights officer, or disability charity for your appeal.
Will PIP affect my other benefits?
PIP itself is not counted as income for means-tested benefits. Receiving PIP can actually increase other benefits — for example, you may get the disability premium added to Universal Credit or Housing Benefit.
How long does a PIP award last?
PIP awards are usually given for a fixed period (1–10 years) or on an ongoing basis. You'll be reviewed before your award ends. If your condition is degenerative or lifelong, you may receive a longer award.
Can I work and still claim PIP?
Yes, absolutely. PIP is not means-tested and is completely unaffected by whether you work. Your wages, savings, and other income have no impact on PIP whatsoever.