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Access to Work - check your eligibility

Form instructions

Step 1 of 4 (possible)

To get your Access to Work letter, you need to check if you would qualify for Access to Work support.

To be eligible for Access to Work you must be in paid employment or self-employment, or with a confirmed start date, and:

  • have a disability or health condition which affects your ability to work
  • be aged 16 or over
  • live and work in England, Scotland or Wales

In addition, you may not qualify for Access to Work if you receive any of the following benefits:

  • Incapacity Benefit
  • Employment and Support Allowance
  • Severe Disablement Allowance
  • Income Support
  • National Insurance Credits