How do I claim Disability Living Allowance (DLA)?
In England or Wales
Phone the Disability Living Allowance helpline for a claim form:
Telephone 0800 121 4600
Textphone 0345 722 4433
Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 6.00 pm
Or you can download a Disability Living Allowance for children claim form on the Gov.UK website
In Northern Ireland
Phone the Disability and Carer’s Service for a claim form:
Telephone: 0800 587 0912
Textphone: 0800 012 1574
Or you can download a Disability Living Allowance child claim form on the NI Direct website
What documents will I need to claim Disability Living Allowance?
You should give your national insurance number. If you do not have a national insurance number, send in the claim form anyway to save delays. You may also be asked for proof of your identity such as a birth certificate, passport or driving licence.
Part of the form must be filled in by someone who knows about your child's disability. This could be a friend, relative or carer.
When will the Disability Living Allowance claim begin?
A claim for DLA cannot be backdated. The date of your claim will be the date you call and ask for a claim form as long as you complete and return it in the time given. If you download a claim form, it will be the date your completed claim form is received.
Change of circumstances
You must report changes in circumstance which might affect your child's entitlement to this benefit