Working Tax Credit
What you'll get
You get a basic amount and extra (known as ‘elements’) on top of this.
How much you get depends on things like your circumstances and your income.
The basic amount is up to £2,435 a year.
| Element | Amount |
|---|---|
| You’re a couple applying together | Up to £2,500 a year |
| You’re a single parent | Up to £2,500 a year |
| You work at least 30 hours a week | Up to £1,015 a year |
| You have a disability | Up to £3,935 a year |
| You have a severe disability | Up to £1,705 a year (usually on top of the disability payment) |
| You pay for approved childcare that takes place in-person (not online) | Up to £122.50 (1 child) or £210 (2 or more children) a week |
Your tax credits could go up or down if your income or circumstances change. Contact HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to find out more.
How you’re paid
Money is paid directly into your bank or building society account, every week or 4 weeks.
You must choose one account if you’re a couple.
Usually, you’re paid from the date of your claim up to the end of the tax year (5 April).
If your circumstances change
Your tax credits can go up or down if your family or work life change if you start a new job, you’re laid off work or your partner dies.
You must report these changes to HMRC.