Easter Day DWP Payment Schedule for April 2025: Check Complete Payment Schedule

Easter Day DWP Payment Schedule for April 2025: The Easter holidays in 2025 are set to affect benefit and pension payments for many people across the UK. If you receive payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or HMRC, it’s important to know when your money will arrive, so you can plan your spending accordingly. Due to bank holidays, some payments will be made earlier than usual.

Why Payment Dates Are Changing for Easter 2025

Every year, public holidays can disrupt the regular benefit payment schedule. Since the DWP and HMRC do not send payments on weekends or bank holidays, early payments are made to ensure you don’t miss out. This year, Good Friday falls on April 18 and Easter Monday is on April 21, so those expecting their payments on these days will be paid early, on Thursday, April 17.

Who Will Receive Early Payments?

If you’re due to be paid on Good Friday (April 18), Easter Monday (April 21), or over the weekend (April 19–20), your payment will be made on Thursday, April 17. This includes people whose benefits are normally paid on weekends, as benefits are never issued on Saturdays or Sundays.

For everyone else whose payments are scheduled for dates before or after the Easter weekend, payments will be made as usual.

Will the Amount Change If You’re Paid Early?

No, even if you receive your money earlier than usual, the amount will stay the same. This is not a bonus or extra payment—it just comes earlier due to the holiday. However, keep in mind that because you’re being paid early, your next payment might feel further away. It’s wise to budget carefully so your money lasts until the next scheduled date.

List of Benefits Affected by the Easter Bank Holidays

Here’s a simple guide to the common benefits that could be affected and how often they’re usually paid:

How Often Benefits Are Paid

Universal Credit

• Paid every month

Attendance Allowance

• Paid every four weeks

Carer’s Allowance

• Paid weekly in advance or every four weeks

Child Benefit

• Paid every four weeks, or weekly if you’re a single parent or receiving certain benefits

Disability Living Allowance (DLA)

• Paid every four weeks

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

• Paid every two weeks

Income Support

• Paid every two weeks

Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)

• Paid every two weeks

Pension Credit

• Paid every four weeks

Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

• Paid every four weeks

State Pension

• Paid every four weeks

What If You Don’t Get Paid on Time?

If your payment doesn’t arrive as expected, don’t panic. First, check your award notice or official payment schedule, and confirm the date. Also, look into your bank account to see if the payment has come in under a different reference.

If everything seems correct but the money isn’t there, contact the relevant helpline. Just remember: helplines are closed on bank holidays, so it’s best to get in touch on the day your payment was due—especially if it’s a weekday. Helplines usually run from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

You can find the contact numbers for all DWP services on Gov.uk. For Universal Credit help, call 0800 328 5644.

It’s essential for benefit claimants to check their payment dates around Easter 2025 to avoid confusion or financial stress. Early payments can be helpful, but they also mean a longer wait until the next one. Plan your spending, check your bank regularly, and know who to contact if anything goes wrong. Being informed helps you stay in control of your finances during the holidays.

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