Last Updated on November 27, 2023 by Elidge Staff

HOW TO COMPLETE THE CLAIM FOR MATERNITY LEAVE IN NAMIBIA

Do you want to claim for Maternity leave? In Namibia, maternity leave is a benefit provided by the Social Security Commission (SSC) to eligible employees who are pregnant and need time off from work to give birth and care for their newborn child. Maternity leave is governed by Section 29 and Regulation 9 of the Namibian Social Security Act. In this article, we will provide a step-by-step guide on how to complete the Claim for Maternity Leave form (Form 13) issued by the SSC.

Claimant Details: Claim for Maternity Leave form

Completing Claimant Information (social security maternity leave Namibia)

1. Social Security registration number: Provide your Social Security registration number as issued by the SSC.
2. Surname: Enter your surname (last name) in block letters.
3. Previous surname: If you have changed your surname after registering with the SSC, enter your previous surname.
4. First names: Enter your first names in block letters.
5. Date of birth: Provide your date of birth.
6. Identity number: If you have an identity number, provide it here.
7. Passport number: If you have a passport, provide the passport number.
8. Postal Address: If you have a postal address, provide it here.
9. Telephone number: Provide your telephone number.
10. Facsimile: If applicable, provide your facsimile (fax) number.
11. Method of payment of benefits: Choose either Cheque or Bank Transfer as the method of payment for your maternity leave benefits.
12. Bank Transfer Information: If you choose Bank Transfer, provide the following information: a) Name of financial institution: Enter the name of the bank or building society where you want your benefits to be transferred. b) Name of branch: Enter the name of the branch of the financial institution. c) Branch number: Provide the branch number. d) Account number: Enter your bank account number. e) Type of Account: Specify the type of bank account, such as savings or checking.

Claimant Certification:

Certifying Claimant Information (social security maternity leave Namibia)

At the end of the form, you need to certify that the information provided is true and correct. Sign and date the form to confirm your certification.

Medical Certificate

Medical Practitioner Certification

1. Medical Practitioner Information: Provide the full names and qualifications of the medical practitioner who examined you.
2. Name of patient: Provide your name as the patient.
3. Expected date of confinement: The medical practitioner should specify the expected date of confinement, which is the date when you are expected to give birth.
4. Practice number: The medical practitioner should provide their practice number.

Employer Information

Completing Employer Details (social security maternity leave Namibia)

1. Name of Employer: Enter the name of your employer.
2. Social Security Registration Number: Provide the Social Security registration number of your employer.
3. Monthly income of employee: Specify your monthly income as an employee.
4. Date of commencement of maternity leave: Enter the date when you plan to commence your maternity leave.

Employer Certification

Employer Confirmation (social security maternity leave Namibia)

The employer should certify that the information provided is true and correct by providing an official stamp, signature, and date.

Submission and Follow-up

Once the Claim for Maternity Leave form is completed and certified by the claimant and the employer, it should be submitted to the Social Security Commission for processing. It is important to keep a copy of the completed form for your records. The SSC will review the form and may request additional documentation or information if necessary. Once approved, the SSC will process your maternity leave benefits according to the method of payment you have chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions about Claiming Maternity Leave in Namibia:

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