Overview
- You get Child Beneift if you’re responsible for a child under 16 (or under 20 if they stay in approved education or training).
- Only one person can get Child Benefit for a child.
- You must report any change of circumstances to the Child Benefit Office.
- You may have to pay a tax charge if your or your partner’s individual income is over £50,000.
- You can choose not to get Child Benefit payments, but you should still fill in the claim form. This will help you get National Insurance credits which count towards your State Pension.