Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) payment dates

JSA is usually paid every 2 weeks into your bank, building society or credit union account, in arrears, as long as you keep signing on as required.

If your usual payment date falls on a weekend or a bank holiday, you'll usually be paid on the working day before. Use the calculator below with your last payment date to see your next 6 payment dates.

Bank holiday payment dates 2026–2027

If your Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) payment is due on one of these bank holidays, you'll usually be paid on the last working day before it. Find your part of the UK:

England & Wales

Scotland

Northern Ireland

Getting paid over Christmas and New Year? See the dedicated Christmas payment dates 2026/27 page. You can also see the full 2027 bank holiday payment calendar, or check dates for England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Official information: GOV.UK — Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA). General payment rules: GOV.UK — How and when your benefits are paid.