How to get status and can you lose it?
An unmarried woman who gave birth to a child, paternitywhose registration was not established by both parents filing an application or by a court decision, or who adopted the child, is considered a single mother. In this case, a dash is put in place of the father's name on the birth certificate or the data is entered from the mother's words, which is noted. This status is assigned to a married or divorced woman if paternity was contested in court and a corresponding decision was made.
Obtaining the status of a single mother allows you to enjoy a number of benefits. Photo: Getty In some cases, even a mother who cares for her own child is not considered alone:
- If the father is deprived of parental rights.
- When a divorce, even when a man evades child support.
- In case of death of the father.
- At the birth of the baby before the expiration of 300 days after the divorce or death of the spouse.
- If paternity has been established voluntarily or through the court.
This status is retained if the mother marries, but is removed when the child is adopted by the new spouse. The reason for its cancellation is the woman providing false information.
What documents are submitted to obtain it?
In order for a woman to be recognized as a single mother, afterthe birth of a child, you should contact the social security department at the place of registration. The basis for assigning the status is the mother's application and the following documents, which are submitted along with copies:
- birth certificate;
- passport and mother's work record;
- certificate from the Housing office, which confirms the joint residence of the child with the woman;
- confirmation of income for the last quarter;
- certificate from the registry office in form 25, if the father's name is written with the words of the mother.
The issue must be reviewed within a month and a decision must be sent to the woman by mail. The application can be re-submitted, but a state fee of 200 rubles must be paid.
Where is it used?
A single mother has no specialcertificates, her rights are confirmed by a birth certificate and a certificate from the registry office. She can count on receiving financial assistance, additional leave, and an increase in tax deductions. This status gives some privileges that vary by region. They concern enrolling a child in a kindergarten, preferential payment in schools. A woman raising a child on her own faces many difficulties, since she must solve all the problems herself. Any state assistance becomes important for her, which can only be received if she is officially recognized as a single mother.
