Types of payment

There are 4 different types of Working for Families payments, including Best Start. Find out which ones you could qualify for, and how other government payments may affect your entitlement.

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Best Start Best Start are payments that give extra support to your family over the 1st 3 years of your child’s life.
Family tax credit The family tax credit is the main payment for people who qualify for Working for Families.
In-work tax credit If you get Working for Families, you’ll qualify for an in-work tax credit as long as you’re earning income from paid work.
Minimum family tax credit You may qualify for a minimum family tax credit if you get Working for Families, your family income is under the income limit, and you work a minimum number of hours every week.
Government payments that affect your Working for Families Do you get a benefit or another type of payment from the government? Your Working for Families may be affected.

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Types of payment