Chapter 12: Child tax credit

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Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2020/21

This chapter covers:

1. What is child tax credit (here)

2. Who is eligible (here)

3. Amount of child tax credit (here)

4. Claiming child tax credit (here)

5. Challenging a decision (here)

6. Tax credits and benefits (here)

Basic facts

– Child tax credit is paid to families with children.

– Both part-time and full-time students with children are eligible.

– The amount you get depends on your income, but most student support is ignored in the assessment.

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