Personal Independence Payment (PIP): getting started

What this support is about

PIP may help with extra costs associated with a long-term condition or disability.

What to check

Decisions consider difficulties with daily living and mobility, not simply a diagnosis. Scotland has Adult Disability Payment; Northern Ireland has its own application route.

Practical next steps

Read the official criteria and application steps. Prepare examples of daily difficulties and relevant supporting evidence. If possible obtain independent advice before completing the form.

Important: This independent guide is general information, not a benefit entitlement decision. The provider’s rules and application process take precedence.