Your eligibility depends on your immigration status, whether your visa has a ‘no recourse to public funds’ condition, your income, savings, and where in the UK you live. People with settled status, refugee status or certain rights to reside may qualify for support such as Universal Credit, Child Benefit, Personal Independence Payment or help with housing costs, subject to the relevant rules. Those with no recourse to public funds usually cannot claim most benefits, although limited exceptions and local support may apply. Check the official GOV.UK benefits guidance or speak to an immigration adviser before applying, as claiming incorrectly could affect your status.