Lump-Sum Childbirth Allowance

A Lump-Sum Childbirth Allowance is provided to help cover childbirth expenses. The lump-sum allowance is paid directly to a medical institution. Procedures can be completed before/after you give birth. An application for this allowance must be completed within two years after the next day of your childbirth

・NHI Card or Elderly Insurance Card Holder：
Inquiries in Japanese：Hikone Insurance and Pension Division 0749-30-6112
Inquiries in Portuguese, English or Chinese (Tue & Wed):Human Rights Policy Division 0749-30-6113

・Employees’ Insurance Card Holder (Shakai Hoken):
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