Universal Credit Payment Dates
Use our calculator to see exactly when your money will arrive, accounting for the 2026 Bank Holidays and weekends.
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This date is on your Universal Credit statement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is my Universal Credit payment date calculated?
Universal Credit is paid once a month, usually 7 days after your assessment period ends. If this date falls on a weekend or Bank Holiday, you will be paid on the working day before.
What time does Universal Credit hit my account?
Payments are sent via BACS and usually clear between 12:00 AM (midnight) and 2:00 AM on the morning of your payment date.
Will the 2026 Bank Holidays affect my Universal Credit?
Yes. In 2026, holidays like Good Friday (April 3) and Christmas Day (Dec 25) will cause payments to be made early. Use the calculator above to see your exact adjusted dates.