AIMS: Studies have investigated the experiences of courtesy stigma and affiliate stigma in family members of individuals with intellectual disabilities without a clear distinction between the two. This systematic literature review aimed to evaluate the findings of studies that examined the experiences of stigma in families of individuals with intellectual disabilities. METHOD: A systematic search of PsycINFO and Scopus identified relevant articles published between 2012 and 2016. RESULTS: Ten articles pertaining to eight studies were identified. They revealed that family carers experienced stigma and various consequences related to these, with family culture influencing these experiences. There is a lack of clarity in distinguishing the concepts of courtesy stigma and affiliate stigma in family members. CONCLUSION: A number of psychosocial variables have been associated with the development of courtesy stigma, affiliate stigma and their consequences. Family carers also reported a number of coping strategies and protective factors. Further research would help gain a better understanding of stigma in family members of individuals with intellectual disabilities.