The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is providing a significant financial boost to eligible UK households through automatic disability premium payments.
Worth up to £909 per month, these payments are available to those claiming specific disability-related and income-based benefits.
These payments are not one-time grants, but ongoing support tied to existing benefits—no separate application is required.
Here’s a complete breakdown of how the payments work, who qualifies, and how much you could receive.
What Are Disability Premiums?
Disability premiums are additional payments added to qualifying benefits for individuals with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
These premiums are paid weekly and aim to support the extra living costs incurred due to disability.
There are three types of premiums:
- Disability Premium
- Severe Disability Premium
- Enhanced Disability Premium
Eligible individuals may qualify for more than one premium at the same time, increasing their total weekly support.
List of 14 Qualifying Benefits
To receive a disability premium, you must already be receiving one or more of the following 14 eligible benefits:
| Qualifying Benefits for Disability Premiums |
|---|
| Income Support |
| Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) |
| Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) |
| Housing Benefit |
| Disability Living Allowance (DLA) |
| Personal Independence Payment (PIP) |
| Adult Disability Payment (ADP) |
| Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP) |
| Working Tax Credit with a disability element |
| Attendance Allowance |
| Constant Attendance Allowance |
| War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement |
| Severe Disablement Allowance |
| Incapacity Benefit |
To qualify for certain premiums, you or your partner must also be under pension credit age, registered blind, or receiving specific care-level benefits.
Disability Premium Payment Rates
Here’s a breakdown of the weekly payment amounts for each premium type:
| Premium Type | Weekly Payment (Single) | Weekly Payment (Couple) |
|---|---|---|
| Disability Premium | £43.20 | £61.65 |
| Severe Disability Premium | £89.20 | £165.80 (both qualify) |
| Enhanced Disability Premium | £21.20 | £30.25 |
If a couple qualifies for both Disability and Severe Disability Premiums, they could receive a combined £227.45 per week, totaling £909.80 per month.
Eligibility Criteria for £909 Payment
To qualify for the maximum £909 monthly payment, you must:
- Be claiming an income-related benefit like Income Support or ESA.
- Be receiving the middle or highest care component of DLA or the daily living component of PIP or ADP.
- Receive Attendance Allowance or Constant Attendance Allowance.
- Be under pension age and meet disability-related conditions.
- Meet the additional conditions for each premium, such as living alone or not having a carer claiming Carer’s Allowance for you.
Those claiming ESA can only receive the severe or enhanced premium, not the standard disability premium.
Automatic Payments—No Need to Apply
One of the most helpful aspects of disability premiums is that they’re added automatically to your existing benefit payments if you meet the eligibility criteria.
However, if you believe you qualify but haven’t seen the increase, contact DWP to review your award.
The DWP’s automatic £909 monthly payment is a lifeline for many households navigating the financial challenges of living with a disability.
These disability premiums are quietly helping thousands of people increase their support—without the need for additional applications.
If you or someone in your household receives any of the 14 qualifying benefits, you may be entitled to additional weekly payments.
Stay informed, review your award letters, and contact DWP if you think you’re missing out.
FAQs
Do I need to apply for the £909 DWP payment?
No. Disability premiums are automatically added to qualifying benefits if you’re eligible.
Can I receive more than one disability premium at the same time?
Yes. You can receive multiple premiums (e.g., standard + severe), depending on your situation.
Are these payments taxable?
No. DWP disability premiums are non-taxable and do not affect your income tax status.