Verified means test

Disability Allowance estimate

A careful estimate for a single person with no dependants. The Department—not this calculator—assesses the medical and habitual-residence conditions.

Use net work income for this means test: gross earnings less allowable PRSI, pension contributions, union dues and reasonable travel expenses.

Your circumstances

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Are you aged 16 to 65?Are you single, with no partner or dependent children?Has the disability lasted, or is it expected to last, at least one year?Does it substantially restrict suitable work compared with someone of similar age, experience and qualifications?Has the Department confirmed that the habitual residence condition is satisfied?Net weekly work income after allowed deductions (€)Assessable capital (€)Other weekly means (€)

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Indicative Disability Allowance

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Evidence

Rule da-2026.2 · effective 1 January 2026 · checked 8 September 2026.

Maximum personal rate €254. First €165 weekly work income disregarded; 50% of €165–€375 assessed; income above €375 fully assessed. First €50,000 capital disregarded.

The first €7.60 of assessed weekly means does not reduce payment. The remaining means reduce it in €2.50 bands. Means-band rules checked 2026-09-20. Payment-band legislation

Official service page Operational guidelines

Estimate only: A deciding officer assesses eligibility and the final payment. Do not delay an application because of this estimate.