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Scottish Child Payment is paid to families with children under 16 (or under 20 if in approved education or training) who receive a qualifying benefit.
Amount
£28.20/week
Frequency
4-weekly
Annual value
£1,466
Administered by
Soc. Sec. Scotland
2026/27 Rate
£28.20/week
£1,466/year equivalent
Administered by
Social Security Scotland
Paid 4-weekly
Scottish Child Payment is paid to families with children under 16 (or under 20 if in approved education or training) who receive a qualifying benefit. You do not need to apply separately if you already receive certain benefits — Social Security Scotland will contact you. Over 125,000 children are currently receiving the payment.
| Weekly rate | £28.20 |
| 4-weekly payment | £112.80 |
| Annual equivalent | £1,466 |
| Last updated | April 2026 |
England has no direct equivalent — Child Benefit (£26.05/week for the first child, £17.25 for subsequent) is not means-tested and covers different circumstances. The UC child element (£308.60/month for the first child) is part of Universal Credit, not a standalone child payment.
Apply online at mygov.scot, by calling the freephone number 0800 182 2222, or by requesting a paper application form. Social Security Scotland aims to process most applications within 10 working days.
Paid every 4 weeks directly into your bank account. If your payment date falls on a bank holiday it will usually arrive the working day before.
Scottish Child Payment is £28.20/week in 2026/27 following a 3.8% CPI uplift from April 2026. The annual equivalent is approximately £1,466. It is paid 4-weekly.
Scottish Child Payment is administered by Social Security Scotland. You can apply online at mygov.scot, by phone on 0800 182 2222, or by requesting a paper form.
England has no direct equivalent — Child Benefit (£26.05/week for the first child, £17.25 for subsequent) is not means-tested and covers different circumstances. The UC child element (£308.60/month for the first child) is part of Universal Credit, not a standalone child payment.
Paid every 4 weeks directly into your bank account. If your payment date falls on a bank holiday it will usually arrive the working day before.
Use our Benefits Checker to see all Scottish benefits you may qualify for based on your income, family situation, and health needs.
Rates shown are for 2026/27 following the 3.8% CPI uplift from April 2026. Eligibility rules and payment amounts are subject to change. Always verify current rates and eligibility with Social Security Scotland (mygov.scot) or by calling 0800 182 2222. MoneySCOT is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with Social Security Scotland or the Scottish Government.