Universal Credit is replacing tax credits. If you're asked to claim Universal Credit and you do not make a valid claim within three months, your tax credits will end and you will not get Universal Credit.
As well the amount of Universal Credit you will get, there are other things you should think about, particularly when claiming this benefit for the first time.
You should know:
Universal Credit is paid monthly in arrears. You could have to wait up to 5-6 weeks for your first regular payment
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If you get the maximum amount of Working Tax Credit or your children are entitled to free school meals, they could get free school transport if they:
Attend a school other than the nearest secondary school on the grounds of religion or belief if the school attended is the nearest of your religion
Providers will set their own fees for wraparound places, so prices will vary. Once you have chosen a provider, you would pay them directly for your child’s place.
If you are eligible, you will be able to use Tax-Free childcare or Universal Credit childcare to help pay for your place. You might also
the maximum amount of Working Tax Credit* or your children are entitled to free school meals, they could get free school transport if they:
Are over 8 years old, attend the nearest suitable primary school and the distance from home is 2 miles or more
Are in secondary school, attend one of their three