Benefits Overview
You can use the online forms below to request a service, report a problem or make an enquiry relating to the Benefits service. Alternatively you can go to the Benefits section of our website.
Benefits Online Forms  Benefits General Enquiry Form - For general enquiries to Bradford Council Benefits Service regarding Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Free School Meals and School Clothing Allowance. |
| Request a Form - Contact the Benefits Service to request any form you may require. This can also include any information booklets. |
| Request a Visit - You can request a visit by one of our Customer Advice Officers to explain about various benefits you may be entitled to. |
| Report Benefit Fraud - If you suspect that someone is committing benefit fraud, please complete as much of this form as you can. You call also view summary information on reporting benefit fraud. The Benefit Fraud Service is strictly confidential. |
| Reporting a Tenant Moving Out - Please note that this form is for landlords/agents only, to reporting a tenant moving out. |
| Complaints, Compliments and Comments - Please use this form to contact us regarding a complaint, a compliment or to comment on the benefits service. |
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 Housing Benefit & Council Tax Benefit Application Form - Use this form to claim Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Free School Meals and School Clothing Allowance.
Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit Information Booklet |
| Free School Meals and School Clothing Allowance Application Form. |
| Additional Information Form for Student Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit Claims |
| Appeals Form - In most cases you have the right to appeal about any decision made by the Benefits Service. |
| Backdating of Benefit Form - If there has been a reason which stopped or delayed you applying for Housing or Council Tax Benefit you can ask for your claim to be 'backdated' so that it starts from an earlier date |
| Discretionary Housing Payments Form - For those who are in receipt of Housing and/or Council Tax Benefit and require further assistance in order to meet their housing costs. |
| Pre-Tenancy Determination Form - Before you take on a tenancy and claim Housing Benefit, apply for a Pre-Tenancy Determination. |
| Payment to Landlord or Agent Authorisation Form - For those who want us to pay your Housing Benefit direct to your landlord. |
