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You can apply for Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) if you have a disability or health condition that affects how much you can work.

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

 

You can apply for Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) if you have a disability or health condition that affects how much you can work.

ESA gives you:

  • money to help with living costs if you’re unable to work
  • support to get back into work if you’re able to

You can apply if you’re employed, self-employed or unemployed.

 

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): Overview - GOV.UK

Apply: Employment and Support Allowance (ESA): How to claim - GOV.UK

Published: 5th August 2025

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