Guidance for claiming Child Benefit

Ukrainians arriving in the UK are entitled to claim Child Benefit immediately, rather than having to wait for the usual three-month qualifying period.

If you wish to claim, you should complete a Child Benefit claim form and submit this by post to the address included on the form.

You should provide an original birth certificate and the passport or travel document used to enter the UK. Where this documentation is not immediately available, you are advised to include a note in your claim and someone from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will be in touch to discuss further.

For more information on Child Benefit, visit www.gov.uk/child-benefit or call 0300 200 3100 (from inside the UK).