What happens if i lose my incapacity benefit

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Find out more about the definition of a part-time student for benefit purposes and whether you can claim any benefits or tax credits. If you are already receiving income-related Employment and Support Allowance you might be able to carry on getting it as a part-time student if you are studying 16 hours or less per week. If you receive student support in the form of a grant or a loan, this will probably reduce the amount of income-related ESA you can get. If activities you do as part of your course suggests that you do not meet this test, you could lose this benefit.

For example, if you are getting ESA because you said you have problems with walking and your course involves a lot of physical activity, this could cause your ESA claim to be reviewed. You can get Personal Independence Payment or Attendance Allowance even if you are a part-time student. If you have disabilities, are aged under 65 and need help with your personal care or mobility needs, you can get Personal Independence Payment.

If you need help with personal care and are aged 65 or over, you can get Attendance Allowance. Personal Independence Payment and Attendance Allowance are not means-tested. This means any income including student grants or loans or savings you have are ignored. If activities you do as part of your course suggest that your health has improved, your Personal Independence Payment or Attendance Allowance may stop.

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