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Irish Carer’s Allowance Discovery Guide
Last updated: April 2026 · Reviewed by: Silverwings Benefits Team · Source: Citizens Information / DSP
Carer’s Allowance from the Department of Social Protection (DSP) may be available for people providing full-time care to someone who needs it. Explore your situation below.
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Carer’s Allowance Rates
€248
per week
€12,896
per year
€372
per week
€19,344
per year
Plus the Carer’s Support Grant — a once-off payment of €1,850 a year, paid every June. Carer’s Allowance is means-tested, so your actual rate depends on your income and savings.
Key Facts
Full-time care
You must provide full-time care to someone who needs full-time care and attention — normally at least 35 hours a week, over at least 5 days.
Means-tested
Your income and savings/capital are taken into account, alongside your partner’s if you have one.
Higher rate for multiple carees
The weekly rate rises from €248 to €372 if you’re providing full-time care to two or more people.
Carer’s Support Grant
An annual, once-off payment of €1,850 paid every June, on top of your weekly rate.
Work, study or train up to 18.5 hours a week
You can work, study, or train outside the home for up to 18.5 hours a week while still qualifying.
How We Plan to Work With You
Applying yourself is always free, and always an option
You can apply for Carer’s Allowance directly with the DSP at no cost, via MyWelfare.ie or your Intreo Centre. If you'd rather have support presenting your case, that's where our Irish service comes in — launching soon.
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