Money
Universal Credit is a big change. As your landlord we want to help you understand the process and manage your money the best you can.
Universal Credit is a big change. As your landlord we want to help you understand the process and manage your money the best you can.
The date you submit your claim is called your claim date. Universal Credit (UC) is paid monthly in arrears, so you’ll have to wait one calendar month from the date you submitted your claim before your first UC payment is made. This is called your assessment period. You will receive your first UC payment one week after the end of your first assessment period date. This is called your payment date.
UC is paid monthly in arrears, so you’ll have to wait one calendar month from the date you submitted your application before your first UC payment is made. This is called your assessment period.
You then have to wait up to seven days for the payment to reach your bank account.
This means it can take up to five weeks before you get your first payment.
If you need help during this time please contact us or use the Advice Hub to find support.
