Advance Payment of Benefit

If you're getting a benefit and have an immediate need for something essential, you may be able to get an advance payment of your benefit.

Important information

You'll have to pay the money back.

You may get an Advance Payment of Benefit if you:

  • have an immediate and essential need
  • are getting a benefit (eg, Jobseeker Support Student Hardship or another benefit from Work and Income).

It also depends on:

  • how much you and your partner earn
  • any money or assets you and your partner have.

You can't get this payment if you're getting a Student Loan or Student Allowance.

How much you get depends on your situation.

If you're getting Jobseeker Support Student Hardship, call us to talk about your circumstances and we’ll explain how to apply. We’ll normally arrange a meeting with you and tell you what you need to bring.

If you're getting another benefit, contact Work and Income

linksRelated

Urgent or unexpected costs