Rural Payments and Services

The 2025 Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme (SUSSS) application window is now open.

This scheme provides additional support, on top of the Basic Payment Scheme, to sheep producers who farm in Scotland's rough grazing areas.

Using our online service is the easiest and quickest way to apply. To do so, you must register with Rural Payments and Services if you have not already done so.

Applying online reduces the risk of entering eartags in the wrong format or claiming an animal twice.

Applications for the 2025 scheme must be submitted by midnight Sunday 30 November.

Please note that local RPID area offices will be closed on Friday 28 November. If you still wish to submit a paper Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme application, you can post it in your local area office letterbox.

If you need assistance with your application please contact your local area office or visit the SUSSS full scheme guidance on Rural Payments and Services.