To apply for benefits or related services in Preston, you'll need to provide specific documents to verify your identity and income. Below is a summary of the required evidence:
| Evidence Category | Acceptable Documents |
|---|---|
| Proof of Identity | - Birth, marriage, or civil partnership certificate <br>- Current passport <br>- Biometric Residence Permit <br>- Gas, electricity, water, or phone bill (not mobile) <br>- Driving license (full or provisional) <br>- Bank statement (not older than four weeks)<br>- Letter from a solicitor, social worker, or doctor, etc. |
| Proof of National Insurance | - P45 or P60 <br>- Letter from HM Revenue and Customs <br>- National Insurance number card (not handwritten) |
| Proof of Income | - Payslips for the last five weeks (weekly paid) or last two months (monthly paid) |
You’ll need to submit one document for yourself and one for your partner, if applicable. For more details or to start the application, you can visit the Preston City Council’s e-claim upload form.