Adoption allowance information

The City of Edinburgh Council’s Adoption Allowance Scheme is being reviewed. 

All prospective adopters of an Edinburgh child are eligible to recieve the prospective adoption allowance until the 28 day appeal period has expired following the adoption order being granted. 

Adoption Allowances paid post the adoption order are subject of assessment and are means tested.  To request an assessment for adoption allowance please contact our Advice Line on 0131 200 4200 or by e-mail adoption@edinburgh.gov.uk

If you recieve an adoption allowance it will be reviewed annually.  You must let us know if your child stops living with you or if there are signficant changes to your income.