Why would I not qualify for a Fuel Allowance?

You will not get fuel allowance if, for example:

• you live with someone other than those getting one of the qualifying payments listed above, or
• your heating needs are covered under a deed transferring property, or
• you are living in Local Authority housing where heating is provided at low cost, or
• in the case of non-means tested payments, you and members of your household have a combined income of more than €100 (Jan '07) a week or savings and investments of €41,901.36 or more above the maximum Irish contributory pension or benefit rate.

For more information on Secondary Benefits contact the INOU on 01 - 856 0088 or e-mail us here with your query.