How to make a claim
You will need to claim in the area you live in.
Any documents you need to bring with you will normally be approved and photocopied.
Find out the supporting documents you need to provide
If you send your application form through the post the documents will be verified, photocopied and returned to you on the day of receipt. We have strict procedures in place for registering and returning documents sent by post.
If you do not send in all the information needed at the same time as your claim, this will delay the assessment of your claim.
Allerdale area
Make a claim in the Allerdale area
Carlisle area
Make a claim in the Carlisle area
Copeland area
Make a claim in the Copeland area
After you have applied
We aim to assess your claim within 14 days of receiving all the necessary information.
Find out how you can appeal or help make up any shortfall in the amount of benefits you're getting