Important Updates and Changes to Your Child Benefit

As a parent or guardian receiving Child Benefit, it is crucial to stay informed about recent updates and changes that may impact your entitlement. Notify HMRC promptly of any changes in your child’s circumstances to ensure uninterrupted benefit payments.

Several circumstances can affect your eligibility for Child Benefit, including:

• If your child is in education or training, their eligibility for Child Benefit ends when they turn 16 or 20, depending on their situation.
• If your child leaves education or training between the ages of 16 and 20, their Child Benefit will cease.
• If your child starts working more than 24 hours per week, they are no longer eligible for Child Benefit.
• If your child gets married or enters into a civil partnership, their Child Benefit will be discontinued.
• If your child goes missing or passes away, your Child Benefit will be affected.
• If your child lives away from you for more than eight consecutive weeks, your Child Benefit may be reduced or stopped.
• If your child permanently moves in with their partner, your Child Benefit will be affected.
• If your child leaves the country for more than 12 weeks, except for school education or medical treatment, your Child Benefit may be impacted.
• If your child is imprisoned for more than eight weeks, your Child Benefit will be discontinued.

If you start receiving payments from your local council or another party responsible for your child’s care, your Child Benefit may be reduced or stopped. Additionally, if you receive other benefits, the benefit cap may result in a decrease in your Child Benefit.

It is essential to stay updated on the latest information regarding Child Benefit. Visit the GOV.UK website for comprehensive details on Child Benefit and any recent changes.

Parents and guardians with children aged 16 who have left education or training or are continuing full-time education must update their personal details on GOV.UK before midnight on Thursday, November 30. Failure to do so may result in delayed payments, although you may still be eligible to claim Child Benefit.

Child Benefit is a weekly payment provided to individuals responsible for children under the age of 16 or young people under 20 who are in full-time education or approved training courses. The payment amount varies depending on the number of children, with £24.00 for the eldest or only child and £15.90 for additional children.

It is worth noting that Child Benefit and Guardian’s Allowance will increase in line with the September Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation figure of 6.7% and will come into effect in April 2024.

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