Does Prince Harry Still Receive Money from the Royal Family?
The question of whether Prince Harry continues to receive funds from the royal family has been raised frequently in recent years. The Duke of Sussex stepped back from official royal duties in 2020. He and his wife, Meghan Markle, relocated to the United States, where they have lived ever since.
So, does Prince Harry still get financial support from the monarchy? According to the official Sussex website, they receive nothing from the Sovereign Grant — the government-funded payment made annually to the monarch to support official duties.
Financial Independence After Stepping Back
When Harry and Meghan announced their decision to step back from royal work, their website clarified their new financial arrangement:
“In 2020, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have made the choice to transition into a new working model. As they step back as senior members of the Royal Family and no longer receive funding through the Sovereign Grant, they will become members of the Royal Family with financial independence which is something they look forward to.”
They further emphasized their commitment to philanthropy and their desire to earn a professional income, which they were previously not allowed to do under their royal roles:
“The Duke and Duchess of Sussex take great pride in their work and are committed to continuing their charitable endeavours as well as establishing new ones. In addition, they value the ability to earn a professional income, which in the current structure, they are prohibited from doing.”
Summary
Prince Harry does not receive money from the royal family through the Sovereign Grant since stepping back in 2020, and now focuses on financial independence through other means.
Author’s note: Prince Harry and Meghan embraced financial independence as part of their new life beyond official royal duties.