SSS Sickness Notification Philippines 2026
How to file your SSS sickness notification Philippines — who qualifies, how to submit, and the 5-day rule you need to know before you get sick.
Last updated: January 2026 · sss.gov.ph · SSS Sickness Benefit Program · RA 11199
What is the SSS Sickness Notification?
The SSS Sickness Notification (SN) is the form you submit when you are sick or confined and want to claim SSS sickness benefits. It is a mandatory first step — you cannot apply for the sickness benefit without an approved sickness notification on file. The notification tells SSS and your employer that you are sick, your diagnosis, the estimated period of confinement, and the medical certificate from your doctor.
The most critical thing to know is the 5-day rule: you must notify your employer within 5 calendar days from the start of your confinement. If you notify late, SSS will only count your benefit from the 5th day before the date you actually filed — meaning you lose days of benefit for every day you delay. The 5-day rule does not apply to hospital confinement — if you are admitted to a hospital, you can notify after discharge.
⚠️ The 5-Day Rule
File your sickness notification within 5 calendar days from the start of your confinement.
Late filing = confinement counted from 5th day before notification date only.
Exception: Hospital confinement — 5-day rule does not apply.
Who Qualifies for SSS Sickness Benefit?
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum contributions | At least 3 monthly contributions in the 12 months before the semester of sickness |
| Confinement period | At least 4 consecutive days of illness or injury |
| Unused sick leave | For employed members — must have used all employer-paid sick leave first |
| Active member | Not receiving pension or other SSS cash benefit for the same period |
| Member types eligible | Employed, self-employed, voluntary, OFW members |
How to File — Employed Members
Employed members file through their employer — not directly with SSS. The process has two parts: your notification to your employer, and your employer’s submission to SSS.
Step-by-Step — Employed Member
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Notify your employer within 5 calendar days from start of confinement — in writing using the SSS Sickness Notification form |
| 2 | Have your attending physician complete Part II (Medical Certificate) of the form |
| 3 | Submit the completed form in 2 copies to your employer |
| 4 | Your employer submits the original to SSS within 5 days of receiving it from you |
| 5 | Once approved, your employer pays you the benefit and claims reimbursement from SSS via the Sickness Benefit Reimbursement Application (SBRA) |
How to File — Self-Employed, Voluntary, OFW
Self-employed, voluntary, and OFW members file directly with SSS online — no employer involved.
- Log in to your My.SSS account at my.sss.gov.ph
- Navigate to Benefits → Submit Sickness Notification
- Fill out the online sickness benefit application form
- Upload required documents — medical certificate and supporting medical records
- Review, tick the certification checkbox, and submit
- Note your transaction number — SSS Medical Evaluation Center will email you the result
Benefit is disbursed via your UMID ATM card. If you do not have a UMID card, payment is through PESONet, e-wallets (GCash, Maya), or accredited remittance centers. Enroll your disbursement account in My.SSS before filing.
Download the Sickness Notification Form
Download the official SSS Sickness Notification form directly from sss.gov.ph. Fill out Part I yourself, and have your attending physician complete Part II.
Download SSS Sickness Notification Form (PDF) →
Source: sss.gov.ph · Fill in 2 copies · Submit to employer within 5 calendar days
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the daily sickness benefit amount?
Your daily sickness benefit is 90% of your Average Daily Salary Credit (ADSC). The ADSC is computed by dividing your total MSC for the 6 months before the semester of sickness by 180. For example, if your average MSC is ₱15,000, your ADSC is ₱83.33 and your daily benefit is ₱75.00. The maximum benefit period is 120 days per year.
What if my illness extends beyond the initial estimate?
File a new sickness notification form within 5 days after the end of the previous estimated period. Your doctor checks the applicable boxes for an intermediate or final notification. This extends your benefit coverage for the additional period of confinement.
Can I still get sickness benefit if I was injured at work?
Yes — work-related injuries are covered by both the SSS sickness benefit and the Employees’ Compensation (EC) program. If you are injured within company premises or while working, your employer is deemed notified automatically — the 5-day rule does not apply. File your sickness notification as soon as possible after the incident.
My employer did not submit my notification to SSS — what do I do?
Your employer is legally required to submit your sickness notification to SSS within 5 days of receiving it. If they fail to do so, you can file a complaint with SSS. Contact the SSS hotline at 1455 or email usssaptayo@sss.gov.ph. You can also go directly to the nearest SSS branch and report the situation.
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📋 Information verified — Official sources: sss.gov.ph/sickness-benefit/ · Sickness Notification Form · RA 11199
⚠️ This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. KnowMyGovt is not affiliated with SSS or the Philippine government. For official sickness benefit filing visit my.sss.gov.ph.
