UK Child Benefit August 2025: UK Child Benefit is financial support that the parents of children get from the government. Its purpose is to help in raising children.
The amount is deposited in the parents’ account every month. It is very useful for those families who meet the needs of their children on a limited income.
It is important to know some important things about its payment dates and amount in August 2025. If you are already taking benefits or want to apply, then this information will be useful for you.
What is UK Child Benefit?
UK Child Benefit is a government scheme under which regular payments are given to the parents of children. Its main objective is that every child continues to get the basic needs of life.
It comes to your bank account every month or once in four weeks. If you are eligible for it, then it is very easy to get it.
You can avail this benefit for a single child or for multiple children. The amount is decided according to the number of children.
To get Child Benefit, you must live in the UK, and the child should be under your protection. Also, he should be younger than 16 years or should be studying till 20 years.
When will I get the payment?
Every year there is a bank holiday in the month of August, which affects the date of payment. Usually Child Benefit is given on Monday or Tuesday.
In August 2025, the bank holiday is on Monday, 25 August. In such a situation, those whose payment is to come on that date can get this amount earlier, i.e., on Friday, 22 August.
If your regular payment date is between 23 and 25 August, then your payment may be done early. All other beneficiaries will get the amount on their fixed date.
How much will I get?
There may be some changes in the rates of child benefit in August 2025. Currently, it’s around £26.05 per week for the first or only child and £17.25 per week for the rest of the children.
Four weeks’ payment comes together, which can provide up to around £104 for one child and £174 for two children.
The government reviews the rates every year and makes slight increases to account for rising inflation. The new rates may come into effect from April 2025, which will be reflected in August.
Who will get the payout?
People who are caring for their children and live in the UK are considered eligible for child benefit. This benefit is given to all social classes, regardless of their income.
If your child is under 16, you will continue to receive this payment. But if he is over 16 and studying, you will need to renew.
For such teenage children, you have to confirm that they are still studying. For this, it is necessary to fill out the online form by 31 August 2025.
What if the payment is delayed?
If you have not received the child benefit on the due date, then there is no need to panic. First of all, check your bank account.
Sometimes the payment may be delayed due to technical reasons or public holidays. If it has been more than two days, then you can log in to the HMRC website and check the status.
If the payment is missed, contact the HMRC helpline. Keep your National Insurance number and payment details handy for conversation.
How to apply for this benefit?
Applying for UK Child Benefit is a simple process. Below is how you can apply:
Download the form:
- You will first need to download the Child Benefit Claim Form (CH2) from the GOV.UK website.
- If the child is newly born, you will also need to send in an original copy of the birth certificate.
Fill in the form:
- Fill in your personal details, the child’s details, and the bank account to which the payment is to be made.
- If you have more than one child, you can fill in all of them in one form.
Send the form.
- Once you’ve filled out the form, post it to the following address:
- Child Benefit Office
- HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
- Washington, NE88 1ZD
- United Kingdom
Wait:
- HMRC usually responds within 3 to 12 weeks of receiving your application.
- If your application is accepted, you’ll start receiving payments from the date you sent the form in.
If you’re already receiving Child Benefit and need to apply for a new child, you don’t need to fill out a new form—you can call HMRC directly and update your details.
