Adult Disability Payment is gradually replacing Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for existing claimants living in Scotland. The devolved benefit provides the same financial support as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for people between 16 and State Pension age, who are disabled, have a long-term health condition or have a terminal illness.
People already receiving PIP do not need to apply for Adult Disability Payment as the migration will be automatic. Case transfers from DWP to the Social Security Scotland IT system are being carried out in stages with PIP transfers expected to be completed by the end of 2025.
Guidance on MyGov.Scot states that the date you’re given for the transfer will “usually depend on your review date” for PIP. However, it adds that your case may be fast-tracked if there’s been a change in your condition since August 29, 2022, or you’re due a PIP review or your PIP award is about to end.
