Personal Independence Payments support people with long-term health conditions or disabilities. Claimants are reviewed based on how their condition affects them.

People with terminal illnesses have different PIP rules. They can get their application fast-tracked and receive the highest daily living payment.

Citizens Advice says people with terminal illnesses usually get PIP automatically. The DWP fast-tracks their application.

Someone else can claim PIP on behalf of a terminally ill person. They should let the person know about the claim.

PIP is usually awarded based on how a disability affects daily life and mobility.

To qualify for PIP under special rules, you must be over 16, live in England or Wales, and your doctor must say you could die within 12 months.

Government guidance notes that predicting life expectancy can be difficult. You can ask your doctor to support your claim.

If you meet the criteria, you'll receive the higher daily living element automatically. You'll only qualify for the mobility element if you have mobility issues.

Citizens Advice advises telling the DWP about mobility problems. Explain how far and fast you can walk before problems start.

People with terminal diagnoses should inform the DWP.

Your doctor must support your claim or say you could die within 12 months.

To claim PIP under special rules, call the PIP team and state you want to start a claim. They'll ask about your condition.

You'll need to ask your medical team for an SR1 form, which they may give to you or send to the DWP.

People with life-limiting diagnoses may also apply for Universal Credit or Employment and Support Allowance. Claimants over state pension age can access Attendance Allowance.

Once you've applied, you should get your first payment within two weeks. You can bypass some PIP eligibility criteria.