novembre 5, 2026
Discretionary Assistance Fund — Emergency Assistance Payment
Non-repayable emergency support for essential food, energy and urgent travel costs during a financial crisis.
What support is available?
Non-repayable emergency support for essential food, energy and urgent travel costs during a financial crisis.
Who may qualify?
People aged 16 or over living in Wales experiencing extreme financial hardship with no other accessible funds. Limits on repeat applications apply.
How to apply
Apply using the Welsh Government DAF service or the telephone/postal route. Heating oil requests require an approved partner.
Availability
Current scheme; decisions are discretionary and application-frequency restrictions apply.
Official Welsh Government source: Check current eligibility and application instructions.
Independent signposting only. Verify the current guidance before making an application.
Support details & application
Coverage: Wales
What this support offers
Non-repayable emergency support for essential food, energy and urgent travel costs during a financial crisis.
Who may qualify?
People aged 16 or over living in Wales experiencing extreme financial hardship with no other accessible funds. Limits on repeat applications apply.
How to apply
Apply using the Welsh Government DAF service or the telephone/postal route. Heating oil requests require an approved partner.
Availability and restrictions
Current scheme; decisions are discretionary and application-frequency restrictions apply.
Editorial check: 2026-11-05
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