Circumstances when an application may be made

There are several circumstances when an individual can make an application for CSP.

These include when an individual: 

• is making their first application  

• has previously unsuccessfully applied and has decided to apply again. 

• has decided to apply again after their previous entitlement to CSP ended and their circumstances have since changed 

• have withdrawn a previous application before a determination was made 

A determination must be made where an individual submits a full application. 

A determination without application is a new determination of entitlement that replaces an earlier determination.

There are some circumstances when an application is not required. This may be the case when an individual is waiting for a determination on an existing application and contacts us to update it.