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What exactly is Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)?

Jobseeker's Allowance is a taxable benefit for jobless persons under the age of 65.

Most new claims for working-age means-tested benefits, including income-based JSA, have been replaced by Universal Credit, however some individuals continue to receive it.

Newcastle Welfare Rights has informative Universal Credit pages.

Is Jobseeker's Allowance available to me?

Jobseeker's Allowance comes in two varieties:

Contribution-based Jobseeker's Allowance is available to those who have paid National Insurance payments or credits. For the majority of new claims, this is now referred to as 'New Style JSA.'

Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance for low-income individuals

To be eligible for the Jobseeker's Allowance, you must be:

capable of working and searching for job; above the age of 18; and working fewer than 16 hours per week on average

What is the salary?

Contribution-based JSA is defined as:

Up to 24 years £59.20 25 or above £74.70 Income-based JSA payments might fluctuate from this.

Benefit ceiling

The Benefit cap may restrict your benefit(s).

How to Apply for Jobseeker's Allowance

University Credit and Jobseeker's Allowance

Universal Credit is a new benefit payment that will progressively replace working-age means-tested benefits such as Income Support. You may now only make a fresh claim for (contributory) new type JSA and cannot generally make a new claim for income-based JSA — you must instead apply for Universal Credit.

To apply for Jobseeker's Allowance, go to Jobcentre Plus. To locate your nearest Jobcentre Plus location, go to Jobcentre Plus Local Office Search – GOV.UK.

Where can I get help with my benefits?

It might be beneficial to chat with someone about the benefits to which you may be eligible and how they may affect your other benefits. A local independent guidance agency, such as; may assist you in navigating the procedure.

Newcastle Citizens Advice (CAN)

Your Homes Newcastle (YHN) provides benefits and debt assistance to YHN renters.

On their website, Newcastle Welfare Rights Service provides self-help resources.

Newcastle has more benefit advice services. Read the pamphlet 'Where to Get Benefit Advice.'