Procedure · Employment Advisory

Paternity Benefit

16 weeks of leave paid at 100% of salary. We help you apply for the benefit with Social Security so you don't lose a single day of pay.

16 weeks at 100% of salary Employees and self-employed 100% online processing

What is paternity benefit?

Paternity leave entitles the father or other parent to take 16 weeks off work (extended since 2021), paid at 100% of your regulatory base through Social Security.

It is an individual, non-transferable right, independent of maternity leave. It must be formally requested from Social Security before or immediately after the birth, adoption or fostering takes place.

⏱️ Duration and distribution

· 6 mandatory weeks immediately after the qualifying event
· Remaining 10 weeks: can be taken in separate periods up until the child turns 12 months
· Later periods must be notified at least 15 days in advance

✅ Who is entitled to it

· Employees registered with Social Security
· Self-employed workers (RETA) up to date with contributions
· Both parents (including same-sex couples)

Request this procedure

Tell us about your situation and we'll tell you exactly which documents you need. Processing is 100% online.

1. Employment status

What is your employment status? *

Employee Self-employed (RETA)

2. Taking the leave

How do you want to take the leave? *

All at once (the full 16 weeks in a row) Split into several periods (6 mandatory weeks + the rest later)

Important notice: Periods after the 6 mandatory weeks must be notified at least 15 days in advance of their start. Let us know when the time comes and we'll handle the notification.

3. Personal details

Full name *

ID / NIE *

Email *

Phone *

Name of the mother / other parent

Expected / actual date of birth *

4. Required documents

Below are the documents we need. You can send them to us scanned by email or WhatsApp.

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Digital Certificate Required

Needed to file the request with the Social Security online office.
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Mother's hospital record Required

Document proving the birth, issued by the hospital. Provided by the healthcare centre.
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Family Record Book or Civil Registry registration certificate Required

To prove the child's parentage. If the birth is very recent, the hospital record may be provisionally sufficient.
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ID of both parents Required

Both sides, valid and current.
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Employer's Certificate REQUIRED DOCUMENT

Issued by your company (HR or payroll manager). Certifies your registration status and contributions.
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Mutual insurance provider details Required

Name and number of the mutual insurance provider covering your temporary incapacity. If you don't know it, we'll look it up.

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Without the Employer's Certificate, Social Security will not pay the benefit. Request it from your employer before sending us the documentation. If you have trouble obtaining it, call us and we'll help.

Notes / special circumstances

I have read and accept the privacy policy. My data will only be used to process this procedure. *

✅ Request received. We will get in touch with you within 24 hours with instructions on how to send the documentation. Thank you.

⚠️ The request could not be sent. Call us on 642 29 88 22 or write to us on WhatsApp.

Frequently asked questions

When do I need to apply for paternity leave?

It's best to apply before or on the day of birth, although it can be processed up until the child turns 12 months old. However, the first 6 weeks are mandatory and immediate to the qualifying event, and cannot be delayed.

Can I be paid 100% if I am self-employed?

Yes, self-employed workers are also entitled to paternity benefit at 100% of the contribution base, as long as they are up to date with their contributions. It is processed through the mutual insurance provider instead of the INSS.

What happens to contributions during the leave?

During paternity leave, the company or the state pays contributions on your behalf, so you don't lose contribution days. It's like being actively registered while being paid by Social Security.

Can I split the leave if I am self-employed?

Yes, both employees and self-employed workers can split the 10 voluntary weeks. You must notify us at least 15 days in advance of when you want to take each period.

What is the employer's certificate and how do I get it?

It is a document issued by your company (usually HR) certifying your employment status, job category, salary and contributions. The company is legally required to provide it. If you have trouble obtaining it, we can advise you on how to proceed.

Have questions about your specific case?

Call us or write to us on WhatsApp. The initial consultation is free.

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