Single Person Child Carer Credit (SPCCC)

Overview

If you care for a child on your own, you may be able to claim the Single Person Child Carer Credit (SPCCC). This child may be:

  • your own child
  • an adopted child
  • or
  • any child that you support and maintain at your own expense.

Only one parent or guardian of a child can claim the SPCCC in a tax year. You may only claim one credit, even if you care for more than one child.

This credit came into effect on 1 January 2014. The value of this tax credit is €1,750 per year. This will reduce the tax you pay by €33.65 per week.

You may also be entitled to an increased rate band of €4,000. This is an additional €4,000 at the 20% tax rate. If you are due the SPCCC, then you are automatically due the increased rate band.

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