If you're homeless or threatened with eviction you may have a right to return to, or stay in your home. You could get temporary accommodation from the Housing Executive or help from social services.  The Housing Executive has a duty to provide advice on homelessness and its prevention to anyone in Northern Ireland who asks for it.

You can claim benefits and vote when you are homeless. Some groups of people have different rights because of their circumstances. These groups include people aged under 18 years of age and most people seeking asylum .

Overview of homeless people's rights

If you are homeless or about to lose your home you may have a right to return to, or stay in your home. You could get temporary accommodation from the Housing Executive or help from social services. More  

Different people's rights

Some groups of people have different rights because of their circumstances. This includes people under 18, people who have lived abroad and most people seeking asylum. If you are unsure about your rights get advice immediately. More

Benefits

You can continue to claim benefits when you are homeless, even if you do not have an address. Some benefits are only available if you are actively seeking work. You may also be able to claim a crisis loan to help you in an emergency. More