Child Tax Credit

Child Tax Credit

Child Tax Credit ended on 5 April 2025.

It was a legacy benefit paid to help people with the costs of bringing up a child. It has now been replaced by Universal Credit or Pension Credit.

If you’ve received a migration notice letter telling you to claim Universal Credit or Pension Credit, read our guide Universal Credit Migration Notice to learn what to do next.

If your deadline in the notice letter was close to the tax credit closure date (5 April 2025) and you need support, make sure to contact Universal Credit Migration Notice Helpline on 0800 169 0328.

Get advice

Make sure to get advice if you’re not sure of your next steps. You can get help with various issues, including if:

• you haven’t received a migration notice letter.
• you’re waiting for a backdated payment.
• you’re unsure how overpayments will be taken from you.
• you have an outstanding mandatory reconsideration or appeal.
• you recently reported a change of circumstances to HMRC.

You can also use:

• Turn2us Benefits Calculator to find out what benefits you can get.
• Turn2us Grants Search to find grants you may be eligible for.

Useful information resources:

• Help with bringing up a child

• Cost of living help