DLA for children contact number
The DLA helpline covers Disability Living Allowance for children under 16, and for adults born after 8 April 1948 who still receive DLA.
Checked against gov.uk on 7 September 2026
Disability Living Allowance helplineFree to call
Other ways to call
Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 121 4600
Have this ready before you call
- The child's details and your own National Insurance number
- Your GP or specialist's contact details
- Details of the care and mobility help needed
Common questions
Is the DLA number free?
Yes. 0800 121 4600 is free from UK mobiles and landlines.
I was born before 8 April 1948. Is this my line?
No. Call 0800 731 0122 instead, which serves DLA claimants born on or before 8 April 1948 alongside Attendance Allowance.