You could have the money within seven days if you claim as soon as possible
With around 2,000 babies born on 26 September each year, more than any other day, HM Revenue and Customs is urging parents to claim their Child Benefit entitlement. Claiming online means families could receive their first payment within just a week of their baby’s birth. Child Benefit is worth up to £1,331 a year for the first child and £881 for each additional child. Claims can be using the free and secure HMRC app, or made online , 48 hours after the baby’s birth has been registered.
” HMRC has released a YouTube video which explains what new parents need to do and how to make a claim. To make a claim, families will need their: The amount reduces if one person in the household earns between £60,000 and £80,000 and is subject to the High Income Child Benefit Charge. For families who fall into this category, the online Child Benefit tax calculator provides an estimate of how much benefit can be claimed, and what the charge may be.
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