SSS
SSS Maternity benefit
Check qualifying contributions and notify your employer or SSS of the pregnancy.
At least 3 paid months in the 12 months before the contingency semester are required. Notify employer if employed, or SSS directly otherwise.
About this guide
Checking off a task does not submit an application. The listed scope and special cases determine which documents you need.
Guide reviewed 2026-10-05. Save your checklist here; application and payment happen on the official service.
What you’ll need
Check qualifying paid months before the semester of childbirth, miscarriage or ETP.
Submit pregnancy proof to the employer; employer notifies SSS. Other member categories notify SSS directly.
Live birth: birth record; miscarriage/ETP: applicable medical records. My.SSS gives the case-specific uploads.
Direct claimants need an approved disbursement account.
Steps
Exclude the contingency semester when checking the 12-month qualifying period.
PreparationEmployed: employer route. Other member categories: direct SSS notification.
PreparationUse employer reimbursement or individual My.SSS application, according to employment status.
PreparationCheck claim status and the approved account.
PreparationBenefit information
Benefit amount depends on qualifying records; no fixed payout promised.
Where to apply & get help
Use your confirmed appointment office. The contact below is agency support, not a branch appointment.
Agency address & contact scope
SSS Main Building, East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City
National member helpdesk; this is not a confirmed appointment branch.
Contact references reviewed: 2026-10-05. Call availability has not been tested.