Maternity Pay Calculator
Calculate estimated statutory maternity pay based on average weekly earnings and maternity weeks. Uses simplified UK SMP rules for the first 6 weeks and remaining weeks.
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What this means
Statutory Maternity Pay is paid by employers to eligible employees for up to 39 weeks. The first 6 weeks are paid at 90% of average weekly earnings; the remaining weeks at a lower rate.
Frequently asked questions
You must have worked for your employer for at least 26 weeks by the qualifying week and earn above the lower earnings limit.
SMP is paid for up to 39 weeks. You may be entitled to maternity leave for longer, but pay may stop after 39 weeks.
Yes. Some employers offer enhanced maternity pay above the statutory minimum.
Disclaimer
This estimates statutory maternity pay only. Eligibility rules apply — you must meet minimum earnings and employment length requirements. Check GOV.UK for full details.
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