Maternity Benefit & Tax Refunds

Who can claim?

Maternity Benefit is paid to mothers while they are on maternity leave from work if they have paid a certain number of PRSI contributions in the previous years.  It’s available whether or not your employer continues to pay you during your maternity leave.  

How much can be claimed?

You can claim Maternity Benefit to a maximum of €280 per week for 26 weeks.  It can be paid directly to you, or through your employer.

Am I due Tax Refunds?

Why not enter your details in the contact form and avail of our “No Refund, No Charge” Tax Refund service.  We will perform a tax assessment to help you get your maximum tax refund.

Maternity Top Tax Tips  

Maternity Benefits are not taxable.  If you are paid direct by welfare you will receive the full amount tax free into your bank account.   However, in cases where it is paid to you through your employer, tax can be charged on Maternity Benefit in error.  Make sure this is not the case for you, but if it has happened the tax overpayment is refundable.

For more information

• Our Tax Refund Calculator can also be used to calculate all tax refunds, including tax back on Maternity Benefit
• Read our blog posts on maternity benefit and tax refunds