Maternity Allowance: Eligibility, Procedure, and Key Details

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Description

What is it?

Maternity Allowance is a benefit provided by the government to eligible pregnant women or those who have recently given birth. The allowance can also apply to those who have adopted or have become a surrogate mother.

Who needs it?

This allowance is intended for workers, including self-employed, who are pregnant or have recently adopted.

Procedure

First, verify your eligibility for Maternity Allowance. Take note that different circumstances might affect your eligibility, i.e., employee or self-employed, etc.
Gather all the necessary documents, including medical certification of the pregnancy.
Visit the Social Security website and download the Maternity Benefit claim form.
Fill out the application form accurately and attach all the required documents.
Submit your application to the nearest Social Security office.

Required Documents

Identity proof
Medical certificate for pregnancy.
Income proof
Tax returns, if self-employed.

These documents should be presented in their original form. All necessary documents should be up-to-date and contain the correct information.

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Additional details

The amount of the Maternity Allowance will depend on your specific circumstances, including income or job type.
The application process may vary slightly for surrogate mothers or for adoptive parents.
Keep a copy of the submitted documents for future reference.
Be aware of deadlines: the Maternity Allowance application must be submitted no earlier than the 12th week of pregnancy and no later than the 11th week before the due date.
The allowance generally lasts for a maximum of twenty weeks.

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