How do I get in touch with ESA?
ESA Contact Number: 0800 328 5644 The local rate phone number is 0345 608 8545, more information can be found on the Gov.UK website. Lines are open Monday to Friday 08:00 – 20:00.
How do I contact ESA NI?
freephone 0800 085 6318 (NI only) textphone 0800 328 3419 (for deaf or hard of hearing users and claimants with speech difficulties) (NI only)
What happens if I am put in the support group for ESA?
If you are placed in the Support Group, the DWP will re-assess your ability to work periodically. This could be up to every three years at maximum. A full list of descriptors and guide to the ESA Work Capability Assessment can be found on the government’s website.
How do I find out what ESA I am on?
Check if you can claim new style ESA You can check your National Insurance record on GOV.UK. It will say if you have a ‘full year’ of contributions, and if this comes from employment, self-employment or National Insurance credits.
How long can you claim ESA?
How long you’ll get ESA for. New Style ESA lasts for 365 days if you’re in the work-related activity group. There’s no time limit if you’re in the support group. To keep getting ESA you must report any change in your circumstances.
What conditions qualify for ESA?
have had an illness or disability which affects your ability to work for at least four days in a row (including weekends and public holidays) be unable to work for two or more days out of seven consecutive days. be getting special medical treatment.
Do I need a sick note to claim ESA?
You will need to get a medical certificate (called a fit note) from your GP at the start of your claim. After 13 weeks Jobcentre Plus will do their own medical test and you will no longer need fit notes. You can ask for you claim for ESA to be backdated for up to three months.
How long can you stay on ESA?
365 days
How long you’ll get ESA for. New Style ESA lasts for 365 days if you’re in the work-related activity group. There’s no time limit if you’re in the support group. To keep getting ESA you must report any change in your circumstances.
Do you need sick note for ESA support group?