Carer's Allowance (CA) is a means tested payment for persons who are providing full-time care and attention to a child or an adult. The applicant must also satisfy the habitual residency conditions.
An application for CA was received from the person concerned on 11 December 2023. The claim was disallowed as the means of the person exceeded the statutory limit.
The person concerned was notified of this decision on 12 February 2024 and notified of their right to a review and their right to appeal the decision to the Social Welfare Appeals Office (SWAO).
A review was initiated on foot of correspondence received from the person concerned on 30 June 2025. Following this review, the decision remained unchanged. They were notified of this decision on 22 September 2025.
The means threshold for CA has been significantly increased over the years. As part of Budget 2025, with effect from July 2025, the weekly income disregard increased from €450 to €625 for a single person, and from €900 to €1,250 for carers with a spouse/partner.
It is open to the person concerned to reapply for CA if their circumstances change.
I trust this clarifies the position for the Deputy.
