Annual leave: minimum 20 days, pay, scheduling
Every worker is entitled to a minimum of 20 working days of annual leave.
How many days?
The law guarantees a minimum of 20 working days per calendar year.
When you qualify
After one month of continuous work you are entitled to a proportional share.
Holiday pay
Employees are entitled to annual leave compensation.
Unused days
The employer must pay unused annual leave on termination. It cannot be lost.
Scheduling
The decision on leave must be delivered at least 15 days before it begins.
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Frequently asked questions
Submit a written request and a Labour Inspectorate complaint. The employer must allow leave within the calendar year.