Help with extra living costs of between £23.70 and £152.15 per week if you have both a long-term physical or mental health condition or disability, and difficulty doing certain everyday tasks or getting around because of your condition. You can get PIP even if you’re working, have savings or are getting most other benefits.
1. Call the ‘PIP new claims’ telephone line on 0800 917 2222 from 8am to 5pm on Monday to Friday to start your claim. You’ll then be sent a form that asks about your condition. Your may alternative contact by textphone on 0800 917 7777, or Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone) on 18001 then 0800 917 2222, or from abroad on +44 191 218 7766. 2. Complete and return the form. 3. You might need to have an assessment, if more information is needed.