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Find the financial support you may be entitled to.

After redundancy, illness, a drop in income, or new caring responsibilities — there is likely help available. Answer a few plain English questions and see what you may be able to claim.

  • Takes about 5 minutes
  • No login, no spam
  • Plain English
What you'll see

A clear summary of support you may qualify for

  • Universal Credit estimate (indicative)
  • Council Tax Reduction and discretionary support
  • Help with energy bills and water arrears
  • Carer's Allowance, Pension Credit and more
  • Free, local and charity-led help near you

Results are indicative only. Always confirm with GOV.UK, Citizens Advice, or your local authority.

Built for difficult moments

Calm, plain language. No jargon, no pressure.

Private by default

No account, no email required to use the free check.

Sources you can verify

Every figure links back to GOV.UK or official guidance.

Who it's for

If life has changed recently, you may be missing support you're entitled to.

Millions of people in the UK don't claim what they could — often because the system is confusing. Benefit Check UK helps you see what's there.

You've been made redundant

You're off work due to illness or injury

Your income has dropped

You're caring for a family member

You're a single parent or have a new baby

You're a pensioner on a low income

How it works

Three calm steps.

  1. 01

    Answer a few questions

    About 15 short questions. One per screen, plain English, no jargon.

  2. 02

    See what you may qualify for

    A clear list of benefits, grants and practical help — with links to apply.

  3. 03

    Get an optional action plan

    For £9.99, receive a personalised PDF with the exact next steps.

Ready to see what help is available?

The check is free, takes 5 minutes, and you don't need an account.

Start the free check