How can I claim?

You need to complete a Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit application form.

• Request a Thanet District Council’s Housing Benefit application form online
• Print off a Benefit application form (PDF), fill it in and return it to us.
• Visit your local Council office.
• Call 01843 577552 to request a benefits application form and we will send one to you.

It is very important that your application form is handed in as soon as possible – if you delay you may lose benefit.

Do you need anything else with my application form?

Yes. You must provide

• Proof of identity for you and your partner
• National Insurance number for you and your partner
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of all capital for you and your partner if your capital is over £5,500
• Proof of your rent (if you are claiming Housing Benefit)

You must provide original documents – we can not accept copies. Acceptable Evidence

E-mail:

Benefits@thanet.gov.uk

Tel: 01843 577552

from 9am to 5.30pm. 

Fax: 01843 577532

or Visit our offices