Benefits Checked 2026-08-11

Maternity Allowance (standard rate)

£194.32/week (or 90% of earnings if lower)
per week · valid 2026-04-06 → 2027-04-05

What is the Maternity Allowance (standard rate) right now?

The current figure is £194.32/week (or 90% of earnings if lower) (per week), effective from 2026-04-06 to 2027-04-05, according to DWP / gov.uk. Last checked against the official source on 2026-08-11.

Up to 39 weeks, for self-employed or those not qualifying for SMP.

Official sourceDWP / gov.uk
Valid from2026-04-06
Valid to2027-04-05
Last checked2026-08-11
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History

Previous values
£187.18 from 2025-04-07

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