(2023)
How long will I receive child benefit for my disabled child?
You will receive child benefit or tax allowances for an unlimited period for a disabled child if certain conditions are met:
The child is considered for tax purposes if they are unable to support themselves due to a physical, mental, or emotional disability. This means they cannot cover their living expenses and additional needs due to the disability from their own income and assets.
You can usually prove this with the disability card, which must show the "H" mark and a degree of disability of at least 50 percent. The fact that the child is not employed must be due to the disability and not a poor job market.
To claim the tax consideration for the child without an age limit, the disability must have occurred before the age of 25.
