Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn if your family is eligible for the annual lump sum payment to help with the cost of school clothes and shoes.
This allowance provides a one-off payment to help families manage the costs of new school clothes and shoes for their children.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for families living on a low income who have children attending school.
What you get
You will receive a single lump sum payment for each child in your household who meets the requirements.
What it costs you
If you are already receiving social welfare, the payment is usually processed automatically. You generally do not need to spend time or money to receive it if you are already in the system.
The catch to know
The window to apply for this support is strictly limited to the summer months. If you miss this specific period, you may not be able to claim it for that academic year.
How to apply
- Check if your current social welfare payments make you eligible for automatic processing.
- If you do not receive automatic payments, visit the official government service page.
- Follow the instructions on the portal to submit your request.
https://www.gov.ie/en/service/4a527-back-to-school-clothing-and-footwear-allowance/