Claim checklist

Everything to have ready before you start a Universal Credit claim (demo).

Demo · Last updated: 2026-10-10

Claim checklist

ID document
Bank account details (for the real claim, on GOV.UK)
Rent agreement
Payslips or income details
Childcare cost details if relevant

Official portal

Official — gov.uk/universal-credit ↗

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