Health conditions, disability and Universal Credit
Working and claiming Universal Credit
You may still get Universal Credit if you work.
You must report any change of circumstances straight away, including finding or leaving a job.
You can earn up to a certain amount without it affecting the amount of Universal Credit you get. This is called a ‘work allowance’.
If you earn over £793 a month, you might not get a Work Capability Assessment when you apply for Universal Credit or if your circumstances change.
Speak to your work coach or use a benefits calculator to find out how working affects your Universal Credit payment.