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Disability & Work Health

Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)

A tax-free allowance providing financial support to service personnel and veterans who have sustained severe injuries as a result of service on or after 6 April 2005.

Who it's for

Disability & Work Health

Typical Weekly Amount

£194.60 per week (paid every 4 weeks alongside Armed Forces Compensation Scheme)

Administered By

Veterans UK / MOD

Eligibility Criteria

Tick off each condition below. You'll usually need to meet all of them to qualify.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply

  1. 1

    Veterans UK automatically identifies eligible service personnel when awarding a Guaranteed Income Payment (GIP) of 50% or above.

  2. 2

    You are sent an AFIP claim form directly by Veterans UK to confirm your details.

  3. 3

    Once awarded, AFIP is paid directly into your bank account alongside your main military compensation.

Local council top-up

Check local council veteran concessions and Blue Badge eligibility

AFIP recipients automatically qualify for local council concessions, including Blue Badges, free bus passes, and exemption from benefit cap rules.