See this link for more information - Universal Credit for armed forces personnel posted overseas - GOV.UK
Generic and local information for the UK Military community in SHAPE/Belgium including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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Friday, 24 January 2025
Universal Credit for Armed Forces Personnel posted overseas
Serving personnel and families are entitled to claim Universal Credit, regardless of their location.
This means families stationed overseas can submit claims in the same way as those in the UK.
See this link for more information - Universal Credit for armed forces personnel posted overseas - GOV.UK
See this link for more information - Universal Credit for armed forces personnel posted overseas - GOV.UK