Requirements for single-parent maternity leave
To request the 10-week extension of maternity leave in cases of single-parent families , the following conditions must be met:
- Being a single-parent family means that only one of the parents is legally responsible for the minor (by birth, adoption or foster care).
- Having enjoyed the leave for birth and childcare (19 weeks) and wanting to extend the period for this reason.
- To reside legally in Spain and be registered in the corresponding territory.
- Submit supporting documentation : birth certificate, judicial or administrative resolution that proves single parenthood, and employment or contribution receipts.
- Request the extension within the established timeframe after the ordinary leave has ended.
- Being registered as employed or in a situation equivalent to being registered (working or receiving benefits)
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Frequently asked questions about maternity leave for single-parent families
This extension is intended for single mothers or any single parent who forms a single-parent family and who is already enjoying the 19-week maternity benefit.
The process must be completed at the National Social Security Institute (INSS) , submitting the required documentation. At Baby Be Legal, we handle the entire process so you can enjoy your extension without worries.
The processing time may vary, but it is usually between 15 and 30 days after submitting the application. It is advisable to start the process as soon as possible to avoid delays.
Yes, this upgrade is compatible with other features such as:
- The €100 monthly aid for working mothers.
- Specific subsidies by autonomous community.
It is recommended to start the process before the standard 19 weeks of maternity leave end . However, if the initial period has already ended, it is still possible to apply, provided the benefit has not expired.
To request the extension, you must submit:
- National Identity Document (DNI) or Foreigner's Identity Number (NIE) of the applicant mother.
- Family book or baby's birth certificate .
- Single-parent family certificate (depending on the autonomous community).
- INSS application form , duly completed.
If your maternity leave has recently ended, you can try to request an extension. However, Social Security may require that the process be completed before you return to work.
If the application is rejected, an administrative appeal can be filed with the Social Security Administration. At Baby Be Legal, we offer advice on handling these types of claims.
