Scotland
Scottish Child Payment
Last verified: 4 October 2026. We check the official source every night. How we verify.
A weekly payment from Social Security Scotland for families looking after a child under 16, if they already get certain qualifying benefits.
How much you could get
The amount depends on your circumstances. We do not publish a figure unless it is tied to a tax year and an official source.
Check the current amount on the official page.
Who can claim
You usually need to live in Scotland, be responsible for a child under 16, and already get a qualifying benefit such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit or Child Tax Credit.
Eligibility conditions
These are the structured conditions Benefit Badger uses in the eligibility check. They are a guide, not a decision.
- You live in the UK.
- You live in Scotland.
- You are responsible for a child under 16.
Check if Scottish Child Payment may apply to you
It usually takes about 5 minutes. You do not need to create an account. This is guidance, not a government decision.
When it may not apply
This payment is only available in Scotland and usually requires you to already get a qualifying UK or Scottish benefit.
Where you live
Scottish Child Payment applies in Scotland.
Browse benefits in Scotland, or the A–Z list.
How to claim
- Check you get a qualifying benefit. Scottish Child Payment usually needs Universal Credit, Pension Credit or another qualifying payment as well as a child under 16 living in Scotland. Official page
- Apply on mygov.scot if you are not already paid automatically. Some people who already get certain Social Security Scotland payments do not need a separate claim. The official page says who is paid without applying. Official page
- Claim for each eligible child. The payment is per child under 16. Keep child details matching what other benefits already hold.
- Report when you move or a qualifying benefit stops. Leaving Scotland or losing the qualifying benefit can stop the payment. Use the official change-of-circumstances route.
Official sources
- Scottish Child Payment — mygov.scot (primary source)
Related benefits
See all children and pregnancy benefits.
Source: Social Security Scotland. This page is guidance from an independent service, not a government decision. Only the relevant government department can confirm eligibility and make a payment.
Check if this may apply to you
It usually takes about 5 minutes. You do not need to create an account. This is guidance, not a government decision.