The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published the full list of 24 skin conditions that could qualify individuals for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), worth up to £114 per week. The benefit is designed to help with the extra costs of long-term health conditions or disabilities.
As of January 2026, over 29,600 people are receiving PIP for skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dermatitis. The payment is tax-free and not means-tested, meaning it can be claimed while working, studying, or holding savings.
PIP consists of two components: daily living and mobility. Applicants may receive one, both, or neither, depending on an assessment. The DWP updated payment rates in January 2026, reflecting a 3.8% inflationary rise and adding 92 new qualifying conditions.
To be eligible, individuals must be 16 or over, have a long-term physical or mental health condition, struggle with everyday tasks or getting around, and expect these difficulties to last at least 12 months. The full list of 24 skin conditions is available on the DWP website.
