What are the 13th and 14th month bonuses in Italy? How are the prorated?

In Italy, the 13th and 14th month bonuses are a mandatory part of employee compensation. These payments are statutory entitlements, not discretionary bonuses, and are provided annually as part of standard salary structures.


13th Month Bonus: The “Tredicesima Mensilità”

The 13th month bonus (tredicesima mensilità) is a compulsory annual payment, typically issued in December, just before Christmas. It is equal to one month’s regular salary and offers additional financial support during the holiday season.

This bonus is prorated if an employee has not worked a full calendar year. A month is only counted toward the proration if the employee has worked more than 15 working days in that month (excluding Sundays). If fewer than 15 working days are worked, that month is excluded from the calculation.


14th Month Bonus: The “Quattordicesima Mensilità”

The 14th month bonus (quattordicesima mensilità) is also mandatory and typically paid in June to assist with summer expenses. Like the 13th month bonus, it is equal to one month of base salary and is subject to the same proration rules.

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