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Young Carer Grant is a £390.
Amount
£390.25 per year
Frequency
Annual
Annual value
£390
Administered by
Soc. Sec. Scotland
2026/27 Rate
£390.25 per year
Administered by
Social Security Scotland
Paid annual
Young Carer Grant is a £390.25 annual payment for young people aged 16–18 (or 16–21 if in education) who spend at least 16 hours a week caring for someone with a disability or long-term condition. The person they care for must be receiving ADP, CDP, PADP, PIP, or DLA. It is Scotland's only dedicated payment for young carers.
| Annual payment | £390.25 |
| Last updated | April 2026 |
England has no equivalent dedicated annual cash payment for young carers. England's Young Carers Needs Assessment (local authority) can lead to services and support, but not a direct cash 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 once a year as a lump sum. You must apply for it each year — it is not automatically renewed. Apply via Social Security Scotland online, by phone, or on paper.
Young Carer Grant is £390.25 per year in 2026/27 following a 3.8% CPI uplift from April 2026. It is paid annual.
Young Carer Grant 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 equivalent dedicated annual cash payment for young carers. England's Young Carers Needs Assessment (local authority) can lead to services and support, but not a direct cash payment.
Paid once a year as a lump sum. You must apply for it each year — it is not automatically renewed. Apply via Social Security Scotland online, by phone, or on paper.
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.