What is MAT B1 certificate?
A MAT B1 form, also known as the Maternity Certificate, is a form from the government providing medical evidence of pregnancy and the baby’s due date. It is filled in by the pregnant woman’s doctor or midwife and issued to her after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
How do I get a MATB1 certificate?
How and when do I get my MAT B1 form? Although your midwife should automatically give you a MAT B1 form at the antenatal appointment that takes place after your 20-week scan, you may need to request it – it is available from either your midwife or your doctor.
Do you need a MAT B1 form for universal credit?
You must provide evidence of the pregnancy and the due date by providing a MATB1 from your GP, hospital or midwife. However, if you have a health condition at any point in your pregnancy, you will need to tell Universal Credit.
Do I need a MATB1 to claim maternity allowance?
You will need to provide evidence of your wages, for example, a payslip or note from your employer. You must also give evidence of your pregnancy. This is usually the maternity certificate from your doctor or midwife (MATB1).
What is an SMP1 form?
Refuse pay form SMP1 You can refuse Statutory Maternity Pay ( SMP ) if the employee does not qualify. They must get this form within 28 days of their request for Statutory Maternity Pay or the birth (whichever is earlier).
Can I get another matb1 form?
Duplicate MAT B1s After a MAT B1 has been issued, only issue another based on the same examination if you need to: replace an original lost MAT B1.
Why does my employer need my MATB1?
The MATB1 form is the required proof that you’re pregnant – and this must be provided within 21 days of your SMP start date. Your employer must confirm within 28 days how much SMP you’ll get and when it will start and stop.
Can you get more than one MATB1 form?
Can I claim Universal Credit on unpaid maternity leave?
You can claim Universal Credit during unpaid maternity and parental leave. If you are already receiving Universal Credit your payments may increase during a period of unpaid leave.
Will I get Universal Credit if I leave my job?
You will need evidence to show why you left your job. You can find the guidance from Citizens Advice on their website. You may qualify for a “hardship payment” from the DWP while sanctioned but if you do, this will have to be repaid through lower future Universal Credit payments.