Scotland - Apply for self Isolation Support Grant

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To apply for Self-Isolation Support Grant, the applicant must visit or contact the respective local council Link
2. The applicant must open the contact link given on this page and select the local council nearby.
3. An application form will appear for the applicant to fill in the details.
4. Make sure that the applicant gives correct information and attaches the document required for application.
5. After completing, review the application and submit it.
6. The concerned council will check for eligibility and if the information and documents meet up to the criteria for applying.
7. Information such as bank and work details should be given correctly.
8. Once the authority approves of the application, an email will be sent concerning the confirmation of the grant.
9. Finally, the payment will be made within three days, directly to the concerning applicant’s bank account.

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Required Documents

• Proof of receipt
• Bank statement
• Proof of employment or self-employment
• Proof of identity and address
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Contact the local council for more details on the application process Link

Eligibility

• The applicant must be 16 years or above, earning a low income.
• Workers who are in a situation to be isolated.

Fees

• The fee for this application process is free of cost.

Validity

The validity of SISG is limited to the period of self-isolation.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

The Processing time for SISG depends upon the local council. Generally, it is processed within few working days.

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Instructions

• Make sure the applicant completes the application form fully and submit it with documents attached.
• The person applying for this grant must be employed or self-employed with low earnings.

Required Information

• Name
• Date of birth
• National Insurance number
• Phone number
• Address
• Bank details
• Account number

Need for the Document

• The aim of the Self-Isolation Support Grant (SISG) is to help people who are Isolated due to some circumstances. It is for people who earn low income and find it difficult to provide for their family, this grant paves the way to help by supporting them with a sum of £500, to manage through the tough period.

Information which might help

• For more information on SISG, visit the following website Link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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