Guidance

No recourse to public funds: guidance for local authorities

Information for local authorities on rights and support for migrants subject to a no recourse to public funds (NRPF) condition.

• From: Home Office
• Published: 14 August 2026

Applies to England

Documents

Cross-government guidance for local authorities and councils in England on rights and entitlements to service and support for migrants subject to a no recourse to public funds (NRPF) condition (accessible)

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Cross-government guidance for local authorities and councils in England on rights and entitlements to service and support for migrants subject to a no recourse to public funds (NRPF) condition

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Details

This guidance:

• explains how an individual’s immigration status will typically impact on their ability to access public funds
• explains benefit entitlements for those with permission under the EU Settlement Scheme
• provides information for local authorities and councils regarding their statutory duties to support people subject to a NRPF condition
• provides information for local authorities and councils regarding their discretionary powers and limitations in offering support to people subject to a NRPF condition
• provides links to the relevant legislation regarding relevant duties, discretionary powers and restrictions

Published 14 August 2026