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Farm Assist - SW 27

1 What is Farm Assist?
2 How do I qualify for Farm Assist?
3 What is the means test?
4 What if my spouse, civil partner or cohabitant works?
5 How much can I get?
6 How do I get my payment?
7 How long does payment last?
8 Can time spent on Farm Assist count towards getting employment and educational supports?
9 Can I make PRSI contributions while getting Farm Assist?
10 Can I get any extra benefits?
11 When and how do I apply?
12 Where can I get more information?

You may apply for Farm Assist by completing application form FARM 1, which you can get from:

the Department's website at www.welfare.ie,

or

the Department's LoCall Leaflet Request Line on 1890 20 23 25,

or

your local Intreo Centre, Social Welfare Office or Citizens Information Centre.

Send the completed application for FARM 1 with the relevant certificates and documents to your local Social Welfare Office.

Last modified:30/10/2014

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