Personal independence Payment (PIP)

Personal independence payment (PIP) is a disability benefit for adults over age 16. It has two components, a daily living component and a mobility component; you can get one or both of these. PIP is non-means tested. Your income or capital does not affect entitlement.

PIP is disregarded as income for means-tested benefits, such as universal credit (UC).

You can get PIP if you have difficulty with either daily living tasks or mobility activities.

If you care for someone receiving the standard or enhanced rate of the daily living component, you may be able to claim Carers Allowance (CA) for looking after them. If you have a child who receives DLA, they will be invited to claim PIP after their 16th birthday. For further information go to:

www.gov.uk/pip or pipinfo.net