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<p>Asylum Support is available to asylum seekers through the Home Office whilst their
status is under consideration. This support continues for 28 days after refugee status
is granted. A claim to Universal Credit can be made immediately once refugee status
is granted and Asylum Support is not deducted from the Universal Credit award during
the 28 days period. Individuals should not wait until the end of the 28 days to make
a Universal Credit claim and have received guidance to encourage them to apply for
Universal Credit as soon as they receive a decision on their asylum claim.</p><p>
</p><p>The first regular Universal Credit payment is usually made around five weeks
after the claim is made. New claimants, including refugees, who need financial support
before the end of their first assessment period can apply for a Universal Credit advance
as soon as their ID and immigration status is verified. This will mean that they may
be able to receive payments within the 28-day move-on period. This is an advance of
up to 100% of their total expected award, which is paid back over a period of up to
24 months.</p>
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