tax and accounting office in Palma<\/a>, we explain the key steps to manage your medical leave\u2026 and how we can help you do it quickly, safely, and hassle-free.<\/p>\n\u2705 1. Get your medical leave certificate<\/h3>\n
The first step is to visit your general practitioner<\/strong> (for common illnesses) or your occupational health mutual insurance company<\/strong> (in case of work-related accidents or occupational diseases). They will issue the medical leave report<\/strong> that certifies your inability to work.<\/p>\n\u2705 2. Notify your situation<\/h3>\n
You must submit the medical leave report to Social Security or your mutual insurance<\/strong> within a maximum of 15 days<\/strong> from the start of your leave.<\/p>\nYou\u2019ll also need to fill out a form<\/strong> specifying whether you will temporarily stop working, hire a substitute, etc. This form is available online, but if you need help, our team can handle it for you.<\/p>\n\u2705 3. Do you meet the requirements?<\/h3>\n
To qualify for the temporary disability benefit<\/strong>, you need to:<\/p>\n\n- Be registered with the RETA<\/strong> (Special Regime for Self-Employed Workers).<\/li>\n
- Have contributed for at least 180 days in the past 5 years<\/strong> (except in cases of work-related accidents or occupational diseases).<\/li>\n
- Be up to date with your Social Security payments<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If you’re unsure about your status, we\u2019ll check it for you with no obligation.<\/p>\n
\u2705 4. Apply for your benefit payment<\/h3>\n
Once the leave is reported, the benefit payment must be processed. This is handled by your mutual insurance<\/strong>, but you\u2019ll need to submit:<\/p>\n