Can I claim Child Benefit if I have a disability or does my childs disability affect eligibility?

9 Oct 2026, 07:20
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Can I claim Child Benefit if I have a disability or does my childs disability affect eligibility?

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Having a disability does not normally prevent you claiming Child Benefit, and it is not awarded solely because you or your child is disabled. Eligibility usually depends on being responsible for a child under 16, or under 20 if they remain in approved education or training, subject to the usual UK residence and other rules. Child Benefit can usually be paid alongside disability benefits, although your circumstances may affect other support or tax matters. If your child has care or mobility needs, check the official GOV.UK guidance on Disability Living Allowance for children separately.

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