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Tax Credits - Help needed

Hi

Can somebody give me some advice, I am seperating from my husband. I am moving into a rented flat with my 3 year old daughter next week and I need to apply for Tax Credits to help pay for everything. Do I qualify as a single person for Tax Credits even though I will still be married and not legally seperated?

I'm starting to panic that I won't get the money I need to survive.

Thanks for any advice offered.

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  • jay1jay
    jay1jay Posts: 146 Forumite
    Yes - you will be a single parent from the day you separate. Just call up the Helpline on 0845 300 3900 & they will stop any joint claim you may have & take details from you for a new single person's claim. This should speed things up for you. Good luck with everything. Big higs x
  • jay1jay
    jay1jay Posts: 146 Forumite
    Ooops! I meant hugs! x
  • Magpie27
    Magpie27 Posts: 435 Forumite
    Thanks Jay1Jay, you have really put my mind at rest. Now I can relax and lot forward to moving on. Off to Ikea today to buy a few bits for the new flat.
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