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The UK Working Tax Credit

The Working Tax Credit, also known as the Family Tax Credit, may be paid to people working with low incomes and do not have children. For those who have disabilities, you may be eligible for additional benefits. The Working Tax Credit is available to those who are self-employed or employees.

This benefit includes support for the costs of qualifying childcare.

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Are You Eligible?

Am I entitled to Working Family Tax Credit?
To be eligible for the Working Tax Credit (Family Tax Credit) you must meet the following requirements:

Age 16 or over
Work 16 hours or more a week

You must also meet one of the following requirements:

Responsible for a child or qualifying young person
Have a disability that puts you at a disadvantage in acquiring employment
Be age 50 or over and be returning to work after a period on benefits

If these do not apply to you, you must be over the age of 25 and work at least 30 hours per week

Your tax credit is based on your household income and your individual circumstances. You will be required to provide the following information:

Your income and work hours per week
Partner’s income and their work hours per week
Benefits you are currently receiving
The number and ages of your children
Amount of childcare spent each week

How Much Is The Working Tax Credit Worth?

You may claim your Working Tax Credit depending on a number requirements and your annual income. Your credit payment is made in several different elements:

• Basic Entitlement = £1,665/year

• Second Adult Entitlement = £1,640/year

• Lone Parent Entitlement = £1,640/year

• Entitlement for Working 30+ Hours per Week = £680/year

• Disability Entitlement = £2,225/year

• Severe Disability Entitlement = £945/year

• Aged 50+ Entitlement = £1,140/year (or £1.705 if working 30+ hours per week)

• Childcare Entitlement = £175/week for one child (£300 for two or more children)

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How Do You Apply For The Working Tax Credit?

You may apply by claiming Working Tax Credits by post, reporting a change of circumstance by phone or post, and by renewing you tax credits award by phone or post when you receive your form in April or May.

You may order a claim your packet by calling the helpline at 0845 300 3900. Lines are open daily except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Easter Sunday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.

You may also pick-up a packet from the HMRC Enquiry Centre or Jobcentre Plus.

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