Winter Fuel Payment

If you were born on or before 25 September 1957, you could get between £250 and £600 to help pay your heating bills. This is known as a ‘Winter Fuel Payment’. The amount you’ll get includes a ‘Pensioner Cost of Living Payment’ (between £150 and £300). You’ll get this extra amount in winter 2023/24.

This is in addition to any other Cost of Living Payments you get with your benefit or tax credits. The amount you get is based on when you were born and your circumstances in the ‘qualifying week’ of 18 to 24 September 2023. 

How do I know if I'm eligible?

Most people get the Winter Fuel Payment automatically if they are eligible. If you’re eligible, but do not get paid automatically, you will need to make a claim. Most payments are made automatically between November and December – you should receive your money by 26 January 2024. If you do not get your payment, contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre on 0800 731 0160.