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==Procedure==
'''Apply Online '''
#To Get Scottish Child Payment, the applicant has to make the application online via the following [https://www.mygov.scot/scottish-child-payment/how-to-apply link]
#The applicant has to click “Apply Now” to start the application.
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form.
#Next the applicant has to attach all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#Review the application and click “Submit”
#Th fee for this procedure is free of cost.
#All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
#The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
#The applicant can check the status of the application by simply logging in.
#The entire process can be completed within 7 – 10 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
'''Apply by Mail '''
#To Get Scottish Child Payment, the applicant has to mail the application to the Social Security office [https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/contact link]
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. Or the applicant can download the application form from the following [https://www.mygov.scot/binaries/mygov/browse/benefits/scottish-child-payment/documents-scottish-child-payment/scottish-child-payment-forms/Scottish+Child+Payment+single+march+2023.pdf link]
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
#Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
#Submit all the documents with the completed form to the Social Security office.
#The mailing address are given in the “Office Locations and Contacts” section of this page.
#The fee for this procedure is free of cost.
#After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
#All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
#The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
#Once the authority approves the application, an email will be sent concerning the confirmation of the grant.
#The entire process can be completed within 7 – 10 or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
'''Apply By Phone'''
# To Get Scottish Child Payment, the applicant has to call Social Security Office - '''0800 182 2222'''
#Then the applicant has to provide the details as requested by the authority.
#The details are mentioned in the Required Information section of this page.
#After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
#All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
#The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
#Once the authority approves of the application, an email will be sent concerning the confirmation of the grant.
#The entire process can be completed within 7 – 10 or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
==Required Documents==
*Completed Application form [https://www.mygov.scot/binaries/mygov/browse/benefits/scottish-child-payment/documents-scottish-child-payment/scottish-child-payment-forms/Scottish+Child+Payment+single+march+2023.pdf link]
*Proof of identity: This could be a valid passport or driving license.
*Proof of address: This could be a recent utility bill, bank statement or council tax bill.
*Proof of benefits: You will need to provide evidence that you or your partner are in receipt of certain qualifying benefits. This could be a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions, a current benefit statement or a letter from your local authority.
*Proof of child's age: You will need to provide evidence of your child's age, such as a birth certificate or passport.
 
 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''SOCIAL SECURITY SCOTLAND ''' 
PO Box 27155 
Glasgow 
G4 7DX 
Phone - 0800 182 2222 
Contact details [https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/contact link] 
 
==Eligibility==
'''The Applicant may be able to get Scottish Child Payment if all of the following apply''': 
*They must live in Scotland
*They or their partner are getting certain benefits or payments
*They or their partner are the main person looking after a child who's under 16 years old
 
Use the following link to know about the eligibility [https://www.mygov.scot/scottish-child-payment/who-should-apply link]
 
 
==Fees==
*The fee for this application process is free of cost.
 
 
==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever
 
 
==Documents to Use==
*Application form [https://www.mygov.scot/binaries/mygov/browse/benefits/scottish-child-payment/documents-scottish-child-payment/scottish-child-payment-forms/Scottish+Child+Payment+single+march+2023.pdf link]

 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

 
==Processing Time==
*The entire process can be completed within 7- 10 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

 
==Instructions==
*Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
*Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

 
==Required Information==
*Name of the applicant
*Address
*Town
*County
*Country Postcode
*Email
*Telephone
*National Insurance number
*Bank, credit union or building society account details
*Details of partner, their name and date of birth
*details of any children you have or care for

 
==Need for the Document==
*Scottish Child Payment helps towards the costs of supporting your family. It's a weekly payment of £25 that you can get for every child you look after who's under 16 years of age. You'll get the payment every 4 weeks if your application is successful.

 
==Information which might help==
For More Information [https://www.mygov.scot/scottish-child-payment link] 

 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Enter other uses of the document/certificate. 
 
==External Links==
[https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/news-events/news/184-000-getting-25-scottish-child-payment#:~:text=Scottish%20Child%20Payment%20was%20announced,the%20end%20of%20last%20year. Link] 
 
==Others==
More information which might help people.

 

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