Parental support
Parent’s Benefit
Summary
Support for eligible parents taking leave in the first years after a child’s birth or placement.
Who this may help
Eligible parents taking approved leave and meeting PRSI contribution conditions may qualify.
Who may not qualify
People outside the leave window or who do not meet contribution conditions may not qualify.
Next steps
How to apply
You may apply through the parent’s benefit route and should check official rules for timing requirements.
Official source
Primary official source: Citizens Information
Guidance only. Confirm current eligibility and evidence rules with the official source before applying.
Review and source status
- Prepared by
- MissedBenefits Editorial Team
- Primary sources
- Citizens Information
- Last reviewed
- 2026-04-30
- Correction route
- [email protected]
- Status
- Guidance only, not an official decision