Scottish Child Payment

If you have a child under 16 and you or your partner claim certain benefits you may be able to get help towards the costs of supporting your family.

Apply for Scottish Child Payment

Applications can also be taken by post or over the phone on 0800 182 2222. 

You can call 0800 182 2222 if you need help applying, if you need a large print paper form or you do not want to apply in English. If you use British Sign Language, you can use the contactSCOTLAND app.

Applying if you are in work

A significant proportion of people who receive qualifying benefits such as Universal Credit or Tax Credits are in work. You can still be eligible for Scottish Child Payment so long as you are in receipt of a qualifying benefit, such as Universal Credit or Tax Credits.

Applying if you are a kinship carer.

People who care for children in their family but who aren’t their parents – known as kinship carers – can qualify for Scottish Child Payment if they meet the eligibility criteria.