Fuel Allowance Payment Option
August 17, 2017
Fuel Allowance – How to change your payment option
For the 2017-2018 Fuel Allowance season, you will have the option of getting your total allowance paid in 2 lump sums.
To get your Fuel Allowance in 2 lump sums you must fill in form FA CPF 1 (pdf). This form is also available from your local post office, Intreo Centre or Social Welfare Branch Office.
You can also text FORM FUEL CHANGE followed by your name and address to 51909. To get the first lump sum in October 2017, you must submit your completed form before 15 September 2017.
This option is not available to people getting payments under the Rural Social Scheme, Tús, Gateway, Community Employment and Supplementary Welfare Allowance.
