5. What you need before you apply

  • Document certifying the leave (usually medical certification or birth certificate). Available at http://www.mass.gov/hcp-form
  • Valid photo ID (such as drivers license, state ID, US or foreign passport, work authorization card, etc.)
  • Employer Identification Number (EIN) of the employer you are taking leave from. (This can be found on a W-2, or you can ask the employer for the number.)
  • Bank account number and routing number (if choosing direct deposit. Payment is also available by paper check or debit card.)
Part 1: Before applying for benefits
6. Getting the right certification