DWP £600 Winter Fuel Payments to start arriving in bank account in days

Millions of households across the UK will soon begin receiving up to £600 from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to help afford heating bills this winter.

The Winter Fuel Payment is set to begin arriving in bank accounts from November 1, according to the government. Eligible recipients could get between £250 and £600 in total. The payment includes the Pensioner Cost of Living Payment which on its own is worth up to £300.

The government is issuing extra cash for this year's Winter Fuel Payment in response to the cost of living crisis. Many may have already received a letter telling them how much they will get. Letters will continue to be issued throughout the rest of October and November.

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In order to be considered eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment, you must have been born before September 25, 1957, and usually live in the UK. The amount you receive will be based on your circumstances between September 18 and September 24, 2023 - otherwise known as the 'qualifying week'.

However, you will not be considered eligible if you meet one of the following:

While being in a care home will not immediately disqualify you from the payment, it may if both of the following apply:

If you believe you're eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment, but do not receive a letter by the end of November, you should check if you need to make a claim with the Winter Fuel Payment Centre by either dialling 0800 731 0160 or fill in an email enquiry form.