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Benefits
Check which Scottish benefits you're eligible for — Scottish Child Payment, Best Start Grant, Carer Support, ADP, Winter Heating, and more.
Scotland has 11+ devolved benefitsthat don't exist anywhere else in the UK. This checker covers all Social Security Scotland payments. Answer the questions below to see everything you may be eligible for.
Answer the questions above and click Check to see which Scottish benefits you may be eligible for.
Social Security Scotland administers 11+ benefits that don't exist anywhere else in the UK. Many families miss out because they don't know these payments exist or assume they're covered by UK-wide benefits.
| Benefit | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Scottish Child Payment | £28.20/child | Weekly |
| Best Start Grant (1st baby) | £796.65 | One-off |
| Best Start Grant (Early Learning) | £331.95 | One-off |
| Best Start Grant (School Age) | £331.95 | One-off |
| Carer Support Payment | £86.45 | Weekly |
| Scottish Carer Supplement | £11.70 | Weekly |
| Winter Heating Payment | £62.75 | Annual |
| Funeral Support Payment | £1,328 + costs | One-off |
Source: Social Security Scotland, 2026/27 (3.8% CPI uplift from April 2026)
Check what you're entitled to. Answer the questions above to see every Scottish benefit available to your household.
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This calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute financial or tax advice. Always verify with Revenue Scotland, HMRC, or mygov.scot, and speak to a qualified financial adviser for advice specific to your circumstances.