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If you're sending the form back late
If you're late sending back the form you must still fill it in and send it as soon as you can. If you have a good reason the DWP might decide to accept
Check if you can get sick pay
Who can and can’t get sick pay, what you can do if you're not getting the sick pay you might be eligible for and returning to work after illness or surgery
Maternity pay - what you're entitled to
Find out whether you're entitled to statutory maternity pay, contractual maternity pay or Maternity Allowance
Q5 - manual dexterity (moving your hands)
Help to fill in Q5: manual dexterity (moving your hands) for your ESA application. Find out what this means and how to correctly complete the question.
Medical evidence
Find out how to get and submit medical evidence with your ESA50 form. This helps give the DWP an idea of how your condition affects your ability to work
Check if you can get Pension Credit
Check if you can claim Pension Credit, a weekly benefit made up of 2 parts - Guarantee Credit and Savings Credit
Face-to-face assessment
This page is about how to fill in the face-to-face assessment section of your form. Find out how to fill in the form and arrange your assessment
Check who can claim Universal Credit
Check if you can get Universal Credit, a benefit you can claim if you're on a low income or unemployed. Read our advice to check if you're eligible