Would Universal Credit Call Me?

When you apply for Universal Credit, the DWP might call you about your application - they'll use a withheld, 0800 or private number. If they're planning to call you, they'll send you a message on your online account.

Why is Universal Credit calling?

DWP is asking claimants not to call about their claim, as it wants to free up as much capacity to ring if it needs to verify an application. At this time they are concentrating on calling you, so please only call if you are unable to use Universal Credit online.

Will Universal Credit contact me by phone?

People making new claims for Universal Credit will no longer need to call the Department as part of the process. That's why no one making a new claim to Universal Credit needs to call us. ...

David Miller

David Miller

Executive Financial & Market Analyst

David Miller brings 15 years of experience in global economics, personal finance strategy, and market dynamics. He specializes in turning complex economic trends into actionable insights for everyday readers.