This guide provides information about the Government Grant in Aid (GIA) program for Polish ex-service personnel who served under British command during World War II and chose to remain in the UK after the war. The program is administered by the Royal British Legion and offers two types of grants:

1. A one-off grant of up to 50% of the supported need.
2. Regular assistance of £50 paid in quarterly installments, assessed annually.

Eligibility for the grant includes:

• Ex-service personnel who remained in the UK after the war and served under British command.
• Ex-service personnel who, after 1993, moved to another European Union country.

Ex-service individuals who receive a War Pension are not eligible for regular assistance but can apply for an assessed needs grant. To apply, individuals are encouraged to contact the Royal British Legion through their website, telephone, or email. The Royal British Legion provides support from 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week.

For over 100 years, the Royal British Legion has been fighting on behalf of our Armed Forces community. We believe that no-one who has served to protect our freedom should be disadvantaged because of the sacrifices they have made. The men and women of the Armed Forces play an extraordinary role in protecting our country, as well as providing support to other nations through peace keeping, conservation and humanitarian work.

We provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving personnel and their families.Our support starts after one day of service and continues through life, long after service is over. From providing expert advice and guidance, to recovery and rehabilitation, through to transitioning to civilian life – we are by their side of veterans and their families every step of the way. 

We campaign and advocate for the rights and fair treatment of all those who have served and their families - and through our championing of Remembrance, ensure that their service and sacrifice are never forgotten.