Can I Apply for Universal Credit If I'm Self-employed?

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Yes, you can apply for Universal Credit if you're self-employed. It's available to anyone on a low income, regardless of their employment status, including self-employment.

Here’s a quick summary of key points regarding Universal Credit for the self-employed:

Criteria Details
Eligibility Available to individuals on a low income (employed, self-employed, sick, or carers)
Additional Support Can top up other benefits, and may include housing cost support
Considerations Current benefits will stop upon applying, and you may want to seek advice from Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) if receiving other benefits.

If you're considering this, it might be helpful to consult the CAS Help to Claim service for guidance through the application process.

Sources

Cost-of-living support Cost of living support Grant funding to help the newly self-employed welcomed Grant funding to help the newly self-employed welcomed

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