Claim: 'Illegal immigrants' are receiving Jobseeker's Allowance.
Fact-check: 'Illegal immigrants' can't claim Jobseeker's Allowance - Full Fact
Verdict: people in the uk without a legal right to be here are not entitled to claim any benefits. asylum seekers also can't claim mainstream benefits, but may be eligible for some financial support from the government as well as help with housing.
Organisation: Full Fact
Author: Sian Bayley
Date published: 2024-08-30T00:00:00