Providing proof of savings, investments and capital
If you or your partner are of working age and have £6,000 or more combined in savings, you will need to provide proof of your capital and savings.
The following documents are acceptable as proof of savings and capital
- bank statements/building society books - they must show the full details of the transactions for the two months prior to the period for which you are claiming benefit
- any other capital/investments such as bonds, stocks and shares, national savings certificates, ISAs, unit trusts, premium bonds
- property
- land interest
- dividends