05/09/2026
Think you won't qualify? It could still be worth checking.
Use a trusted benefits calculator, such as the Turn2us Benefits Calculator, or contact your local advice centre for free, independent advice. Remember, some benefits are not means tested, so your income or savings may not affect your entitlement.
If you (or your partner, if you live with one) earn more than £60,000 a year, HMRC will pay you the full amount of Child Benefit, but for every £200 you earn over £60,000 (so from £60,200+) you'll have to pay some of it back by submitting a self-assessed tax return. This is known as the 'High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge'.
