Petition · Home Office
Skilled worker visa holders & UK taxpayers eligible for Childcare Benefits
Closed
76 signatures
What the petition asks
We, the undersigned, urge the UK Government to extend eligibility for childcare benefits—including Child Benefit, 30 hours of free childcare, and Tax-Free Childcare—to all skilled workers and taxpayers residing in the UK, irrespective of their immigration status.
We propose that the UK Government:
Amend current policies to allow individuals on Skilled Worker visas access to Child Benefit, 30 hours of free childcare, and Tax-Free Childcare, provided they meet the standard eligibility criteria unrelated to immigration status.
Recognize the contributions of skilled workers to the UK economy and public services by ensuring equitable access to childcare support, thereby promoting workforce participation and child development.
Amend current policies to allow individuals on Skilled Worker visas access to Child Benefit, 30 hours of free childcare, and Tax-Free Childcare, provided they meet the standard eligibility criteria unrelated to immigration status.
Recognize the contributions of skilled workers to the UK economy and public services by ensuring equitable access to childcare support, thereby promoting workforce participation and child development.
Timeline
| 28 May 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 28 Nov 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
76
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
28 May 2025
Closed
28 Nov 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 16 Aug 2026.