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Check accurate DWP payment schedules for 2026. Adjusted for weekends and Bank Holidays.
Next Bank Holiday
Thursday 1 January
Payments due this day will be paid early.
Monthly payment for living costs. Adjusted if your date falls on a weekend or holiday.
Paid every 4 weeks (usually Mon/Tue). Check your next payment date.
Tax-free payment for long-term health conditions. Paid every 4 weeks.
Regular payment based on your National Insurance number digits.
Most DWP benefits like Universal Credit, PIP, and Child Benefit are paid on a specific cycle. However, if your payment date falls on a weekend or a Bank Holiday, the DWP will pay you on the last working day before the due date.
Our tools help you calculate the exact date money will hit your account in 2026, helping you budget better and avoid overdraft fees.