UK Child Benefit 2026: How Much You Get £27.05 Per Week - Official Rates

UK Child Benefit 2026: How Much Money You Get Per Week

Good news for families in UK. HMRC has confirmed new Child Benefit rates from 6 April 2026.

New Official Rates 2026/27:

- For eldest or only child: £27.05 per week (up from £26.05) - Annual £1,406.60

- For each additional child: £17.90 per week (up from £17.25)

- Guardian's Allowance: £22.95 per week

You will be paid every 4 weeks:

- Eldest: £108.20 every 4 weeks

- Other children: £71.60 every 4 weeks

Who can claim?

Anyone responsible for a child under 16, or under 20 if in approved education. You must live in UK.

High Income Charge 2026:

If you or your partner earn over £60,000, you have to pay some back. If you earn over £80,000, you pay all back through Self Assessment. This threshold is still same as 2024.

How to claim?

Fill CH2 form on gov.uk or via HMRC app. You can backdate 3 months.

Important: Claim protects your National Insurance for State Pension, even if you opt out of payment.