Incapacity Supplement is an additional payment paid to people getting Disablement Benefit.
You get Incapacity Supplement if you permanently lose your ability to work because of your job. This may be due to an accident at work or a work-related illness.
It is only paid if you do not qualify for certain other social welfare payments.
You can only qualify if you do not qualify for Illness Benefit , Invalidity Pension and Disability Allowance.
This supplement is not means-tested. You may be able to claim an increase for a qualified adult, if you have a spouse, civil partner or cohabitant. You may also be able to claim an increase for a qualified child who normally lives with you
| Incapacity Supplement by categories | Weekly rates | |
| Under 66 | €232.00 | |
| 66 and over | €251.30 | |
| Increase for a qualified adult under 66 | €154.00 | |
| Increase for a qualified adult 66 and over | €166.80 | |
| Increase for a qualified child | Under 12 | Over 12 |
| Full rate | €46.00 | €54.00 |
| Half rate | €23.00 | €27.00 |
If you already receive Disablement Benefit, you can become eligible for Incapacity Supplement.
The deciding officer will assess if you are incapable of work due to an injury or illness you suffered in your previous job. This involves getting a medical report.
If you don't receive any other social welfare payments, the deciding officer will arrange for a claim form for Incapacity payment to be sent to you.
Return your completed application form to:
Operational guidelines describe the processes and procedures that staff in the department follow when carrying out their work.