Attendance Allowance Telephone Number: How to Contact the DWP
Getting through to the right team at the DWP can be frustrating. Here are all the attendance allowance telephone number and contact details you need for 2026.
The Main Attendance Allowance Telephone Number
The primary attendance allowance phone number is 0800 731 0122 (free from landlines and most mobiles). Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm.
Textphone Service
If you are deaf or have a speech impairment, the attendance allowance contact number via textphone is 0800 731 0317.
What to Have Ready When You Call
Before calling the attendance allowance helpline, have ready:
- Your National Insurance number
- Your date of birth
- Your bank or building society details
- Details of your medical conditions and how they affect you
- GP name and address
Getting a Form Posted to You
If you call the attendance allowance phone number, the DWP will post you a form within a few days. You can also download it from gov.uk.
Requesting a Home Visit
If you cannot complete the form yourself, you can request a home visit or have someone complete it on your behalf. Our team at Attendance Allowance Help also completes the form for free.
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