Attendance Allowance Rates 2026/27: How Much You Get and Who Can Claim
A tax-free weekly payment for people over State Pension age who need help or supervision because of a disability or health condition. It is not means-tested. The current rate is £76.70 or £114.60 a week.
Attendance Allowance rates
| Rate | Level of help you need | Weekly amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lower rate | Frequent help or constant supervision during the day, or supervision at night | £76.70 |
| Higher rate | Help or supervision throughout both day and night, or nearing the end of life | £114.60 |
How to claim Attendance Allowance on GOV.UK
Who can claim Attendance Allowance
- You have reached State Pension age.
- You have a physical or mental disability and need help with personal care or supervision.
- Your needs are the kind that the rates describe (frequent help by day, or day and night).
Key facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Not means-tested | What you earn or how much you have in savings does not affect what you get. |
| Extra help | You could get extra Pension Credit, Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction if you get Attendance Allowance. |
How to claim and how you are paid
Apply on GOV.UK by post or through the Attendance Allowance helpline. In Scotland the equivalent is Pension Age Disability Payment. It is paid weekly into your bank account.
Check what else you could be owed
You may be able to claim other help alongside Attendance Allowance. GOV.UK has a free benefits calculator that works out what you could get, and our benefit rates for 2026/27 page lists every main rate. See also the childcare help calculator and the Child Benefit charge calculator.
Source: GOV.UK: Attendance Allowance, what you'll get, rates from April 2026. Rates and rules can differ in Scotland and Northern Ireland, where some benefits are devolved. This is general information, not advice about your own claim. Read how we check our figures.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Attendance Allowance in 2026/27?
The lower rate is £76.70 a week and the higher rate is £114.60 a week.
Is Attendance Allowance means-tested?
No. Your income and savings do not affect it.
Who gets the higher rate?
People who need help or supervision throughout both day and night, or who are nearing the end of life.
How do I claim Attendance Allowance?
Apply on GOV.UK by post or through the Attendance Allowance helpline. In Scotland the equivalent is Pension Age Disability Payment. It is paid weekly into your bank account.
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