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Sure Start Maternity Grant
What you'll get
A Sure Start Maternity Grant is £500 and you do not have to pay it back.
You may not get a grant if you already have children.
If you already have children under 16
You can only get a grant if either:
- you’re expecting a multiple birth (such as twins)
- the child you’re caring for is someone else’s
| Children under 16 | Grant if you have twins | Grant if you have triplets |
|---|---|---|
| You have 1 or more (and none of them are from multiple births) | £500 | £1,000 |
| You’ve already had twins | £0 | £500 |
| You’ve already had triplets | £0 | £0 |
How you’re paid
All benefits, pensions and allowances are paid into your bank, building society or credit union account.