People applying for Universal Credit will now be able to use their existing Government Gateway...

Published: 2:07 pm April 16, 2020
Updated: 12:13 am March 8, 2026
Universal Credit claimants to verify identity through Government Gateway – UKNIP

People applying for Universal Credit will now be able to use their existing Government Gateway account to confirm their identity, helping to speed up their claim.

The move is expected to help thousands of claimants applying for the benefit and will be available to those who have used the Government Gateway in the last 12 months to access their Personal Tax Accounts, including to check their tax credits, send a personal tax return, or check their state pension.

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