You are one step away from claiming New Style Jobseeker's Allowance. Check the eligibility criteria and the documents you will need so you can claim without delays.
Check each condition below before you claim. Having your documents ready means fewer delays.
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Clear criteria, faster claim
Apply onlineNot means-testedPaid fortnightly
📋 Who can claim
- Age: You must be 18 or over and under State Pension age.
- Contributions: You must have paid Class 1 National Insurance in the last 2 to 3 tax years.
- Availability: You must be available for and actively looking for work.
- Hours: You must be working fewer than 16 hours a week on average.
- Not in full-time education: You cannot be in full-time education.
🧮 Before you claim
- Read the eligibility rules on the official page.
- Gather your National Insurance number and bank details.
- Have information about your income, savings and household ready.
✅ Good to know
- Can be claimed with Universal Credit: You may also get Universal Credit if you are on a low income.
- Job search support: You get support from a Jobcentre work coach.
- National Insurance credits: You get credits while you claim.
Eligibility and the amount awarded are decided by DWP based on your circumstances.