Chapter 13: Working tax credit

This chapter covers:

1. What is working tax credit (here)

2. Who is eligible (here)

3. Amount of working tax credit (here)

4. Awards of working tax credit (here)

5. Challenging a decision (here)

6. Tax credits and benefits (here)

Basic facts

•Working tax credit (WTC) is paid to top up low wages.
•Both part-time and full-time students are eligible.
•You may be eligible if you are over 25 and working at least 30 hours a week.
•You may be eligible if you are working at least 16 or 24 hours a week and you have a child, a disability or are over 60.
•You can get help with childcare costs in your WTC.
•The amount you get depends on your income, but most student support is ignored in the assessment.