Principal caregiver

Away From Home Allowance can only be paid to the "caregiver" of a dependent child.

A "caregiver" may be a:

• parent
• step-parent
• guardian or
• person who otherwise has the care of the young person

If the caregiver receives any of the following benefits in respect of the dependent child they are not eligible for family tax credit and so do not qualify for Away From Home Allowance:

• Unsupported Child's Benefit
• Orphans Benefit