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

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

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.

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