How do I get my payment ?

1 What is Maternity Benefit?
2 How do I qualify?
3 What are the PRSI contribution conditions?
4 Does social insurance outside Ireland count?
5 How do you work out my payment?
6 Do I get extra payments for a qualified adult or qualified children?
7 How do I get my payment ?
8 Is my Maternity Benefit subject to PRSI?
9 Is my Maternity Benefit taxable?
10 Can I get another social welfare payment as well as my Maternity Benefit?
11 Can I get paid my Maternity Benefit if I go to another country?
12 How long does my payment last?
13 What happens if my baby is premature?
14 What happens if my baby is stillborn?
15 Can I qualify for Credits while I am getting Maternity Benefit or am on unpaid Maternity Leave?
16 Can I work while getting Maternity Benefit?
17 Can I postpone maternity leave and Maternity Benefit?
18 What is parental leave?
19 When and how do I apply?
20 Where can I get more information?

Maternity Benefit is paid directly into your bank or building society account (a current or deposit account, not a mortgage account) or you can choose to have it paid directly into your employer's bank account. Payment is made each week in advance.

Last modified:02/09/2016

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Or to get the MB1 - Maternity Benefit form text "Form MAT" followed by your name and address to 51909. Standard text rates apply.

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MB2 - Employer Certificate for Maternity Benefit
MB3 - Medical Certificate for Maternity Benefit