What sick leave entitlements exist in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh, sick leave policies are designed to provide employees with necessary time off while ensuring they are compensated fairly during their absence. Here’s a detailed overview of sick leave entitlements:


Paid Sick Leave

  • Entitlement: Employees are entitled to 14 days of paid sick leave per year. This leave allows employees to recover from illness or medical conditions without financial stress.

  • Newspaper Workers: Newspaper workers have a specific entitlement under the labor law. They are eligible for sick leave at half-pay for a period equivalent to not less than 1/18th of their total period of employment. This ensures that even in cases of extended illness, they receive some form of financial support.


Medical Certification

  • Requirement: To qualify for sick leave, employees must present a medical certificate. This certificate, issued by a licensed healthcare provider, confirms the employee’s illness or medical condition and justifies the need for sick leave.


Carry-Over Policy

  • Non-Transferable: Sick leave benefits do not carry over from one year to the next. Unused sick leave does not accumulate or extend into the following year, meaning employees need to utilize their sick leave within the current year.

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