In 2023, the city of Zaozhuang made new adjustments to the regulations on maternity allowances. The main highlights are raising the maternity allowance for employees in urban areas and expanding the scope of benefits for rural residents. Here are the details:
- Adjustment of maternity allowance for urban employees: For employees in urban areas, the maternity allowance is calculated based on the average monthly salary of the employer in the previous year. For normal births, the maternity leave is 98 days, and the maternity allowance is calculated as follows: average monthly salary of the previous year ÷ 30 × 98. In case of difficult labor, an additional 15 days of maternity leave are added, and the allowance is calculated accordingly. For multiple births, an additional 15 days of maternity leave are added for each additional baby.
- Expansion of rural residents' maternity benefits: Rural residents who participate in the new rural cooperative medical system can also enjoy maternity benefits. The specific amount of the allowance is determined according to the local economic level and policy regulations. This measure aims to provide better protection for rural women during childbirth.
- Incentives for having a second or third child: To encourage the implementation of the two - child and three - child policies, Zaozhuang has introduced additional incentives. For urban employees giving birth to a second child, the maternity allowance may be increased by a certain percentage. For those giving birth to a third child, more preferential policies are provided, such as higher allowance amounts or additional subsidies.
In general, Zaozhuang's new regulations on maternity allowances aim to better protect the rights and interests of female employees and rural women during childbirth, and also promote the implementation of national fertility policies. If you have specific questions about applying for maternity allowances, it is recommended to consult the local social security department.
