When is the clothing and footwear allowance paid

This allowance may automatically be paid to some in the week ending 13 July but if you do not automatically receive payment, applications can be made from the 22 of June , closing date for applications is 30 September , application forms are available from your Intreo Centre , local Social Welfare Branch Office , Citizens Information Centre and online at welfare.

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These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Necessary Necessary. To qualify for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance you need to fulfil the criteria below:. A s well as meeting the above requirements — You must also satisfy a household means test.

The following incomes are not counted in the means test. All dependent children are taken into account for the income limits. Same applies to a lone parent. Savings and property are taken into account. Full details of how assessed income is calculated can be seen here. BSCFA is not payable in respect of foster children. Rates of payment 4. Apply 5. Operational Guidelines. Important Note. Budget Changes:. How to qualify.

Rates of payment. Remember, children between 18 and 22 years old must be in second-level education to qualify. BSCFA welfare. Phone number:. Share Email Facebook Twitter.