Making a claim for housing and/or council tax benefit has never been easier. You can apply or obtain information in the following ways:

Online

• See what the benefits system is all about by reading our pages linked in the menu.
• Find out whether you qualify for benefits by using the benefits calculator (this page opens in a new window).
• If you think you might qualify for benefits you can complete your claim using the online claim form (this opens in a new window).
• Once you have made your claim we will email you when it has been processed and you can check this website again to see when you will be paid and how much you will receive.

That's all there is to it. Claiming and receiving benefit has never been easier or quicker.

Telephone
You can telephone the Council's benefits service on 01483 444884.  Our staff will be happy to explain what you need to do.

The telephone lines are open during office hours Monday to Thursday from 8.30am to 5.00pm and 8.30 to 4.30pm on Fridays.

In person
You can also visit the Council offices during office hours Monday to Thursday from 8.30am to 5.00pm and 8.30am to 4.30pm on Fridays:

Housing and Council Tax Benefits
Revenue and Payments Services
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 4BB

Tel: 01483 444884
Fax: 01483 444866
Email: benefits@guildford.gov.uk