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<p>The past presence test (PPT) is a qualifying condition for the DWP disability and
carer benefits and ensures claimants have a substantial and recent connection to the
UK.</p><p> </p><p>There are a number of exemptions to the PPT which are clearly set
out in secondary legislation. The PPT policy is kept under review and changes are
made when appropriate, as shown by the amendments that have been made over the last
few years in response to different situations; for example, introducing exemptions
for refugees, those granted humanitarian status and for some people fleeing the conflicts
in Afghanistan and Ukraine.</p><p> </p><p>Claimants who were abroad and could not
return to Great Britain due to travel restrictions during the COVID-19 epidemic were
advised that they could continue to be paid for as long as those restrictions remained
in place. Once restrictions were lifted, allowing for travel back, then claimants
were expected to do so if they wanted to continue to receive payment.</p>
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