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Partial Capacity Benefit: Who Qualifies and What You Get

Learn if you can receive financial support while working part-time due to a disability or illness.

Partial Capacity Benefit is a payment designed to help people with a disability who are able to work part-time while still receiving some financial support.

Who it's for

This scheme is for individuals who have a disability that limits their ability to work full-time, but who are still capable of working in a part-time capacity.

What you get

You receive a regular payment that is designed to supplement your income. This support is intended to make it financially viable for you to take on part-time work without losing all of your previous assistance.

What it costs you

To qualify, you will need to undergo a medical assessment to confirm your capacity for work.

The catch to know

You cannot apply for this on its own; you must already be receiving another qualifying social welfare payment before you can receive this benefit.

How to apply

  1. Ensure you are already receiving a qualifying benefit.
  2. Arrange a medical assessment to confirm your ability to work part-time.
  3. Contact the Department of Social Protection to submit your application.