The Winter Fuel Allowance for the 2025-2026 season in the UK ranges between £100 and £300, depending on your age and living situation. If you were born before 22 September 1959 and meet eligibility criteria:

• If you live alone or no one in your household is eligible, you'll get:
  • £300 if born before 22 September 1945
  • £200 if born between 22 September 1945 and 21 September 1959
• If you live with a partner or another eligible person and have a joint benefit claim, you'll get:
  • £300 if one or both born before 22 September 1945
  • £200 if both born between 22 September 1945 and 21 September 1959
• If you live with a partner and don't receive benefits, the amounts range from £100 to £200 depending on ages.

Those over 80 generally receive higher amounts. You will receive a letter in October or November 2025 telling you how much you will get, and payments are usually made in November or December. Income over £35,000 may affect repayment via tax. This allowance helps with heating bills during winter and does not affect other benefits.