when is the winter fuel allowance paid

The Winter Fuel Allowance for 2025 in the UK is typically paid automatically starting from mid-November through December 2025. Recipients usually receive a letter in October or early November stating the payment amount and payment details. If the payment is not received by January 28, 2026, recipients should contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre. This payment is for pensioners born on or before September 22, 1959, who were residents during the qualifying week of September 15-21, 2025. Payments range from £100 to £300 depending on age and circumstances, and the money is usually paid into the same account as the State Pension or other benefits.