Child Benefit - What is Child Benefit?
Child Benefit is money paid to parents or other people who are responsible for bringing up a child.
- Last reviewed 25 October 2024
What is Child Benefit?
Child Benefit is money paid to parents or other people who are responsible for bringing up a child.
Applies to: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Age rules: There are no specific age rules for the person making the claim.
Type of benefit: Non means-tested.
Taxable: Not taxable, but Child Benefit could make you liable for a tax charge if you or your partner earn over £60,000 - see the high rate tax payers and Child Benefit page in this guide.
Administered by: The Government department that calculates and collects taxes. See full definition
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