Assistance benefit

Applying for social security benefits

Apply for benefits if your income is not enough to live on.

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Social security benefits for young people

Applying for social security benefits for young people aged 18–27.

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Pass on the change

Please notify us of any changes to your income, living situation or family composition.

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Submit the income form

Report your income for your benefits.

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Trial cohabitation whilst on income support

Living together temporarily without affecting your benefits.

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Adjust the exempt portion

Apply for an adjustment to the portion of income that is exempt from attachment.

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IOAZ benefit

Benefit for older self-employed people who are closing their business.

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Social security benefits for people living on the streets and the homeless

Applying for social security benefits if you do not have a permanent place of residence.

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IOAW benefit

Benefit for older unemployed people who do not have enough income.

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Notifying the authorities of a stay or holiday abroad

If you are receiving social security benefits, you are allowed to stay abroad for four weeks per calendar year.

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