how often is dla paid

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is usually paid every 4 weeks. The payment is typically made on a Wednesday, and if the payment date falls on a bank holiday or weekend, it is paid on the working day before. This four-weekly payment schedule helps recipients manage their finances consistently and plan for regular expenses. The payment is made directly into the recipient's bank, building society, or credit union account. In some cases, DLA can be combined with other benefits and paid on the same schedule as those benefits, but the norm is a four-weekly payment cycle.