What are additional Paid Leaves in Brazil?

Brazilian labor law provides a range of paid leave options to support employees through various personal and family-related situations. Here's an overview of the different types of paid leave available:

Maternity/Pregnancy Leave

Duration: 120 days
Start Date: Up to 28 days before the expected birth date
Purpose: Allows mothers to prepare for and recover from childbirth while ensuring they have adequate time to bond with their newborns.

Paternity Leave

Duration: 5 days
Purpose: Provides new fathers with time to support their partners and care for their newborn child immediately after birth.

Death of Relatives

Duration: 5 days
Purpose: Offers employees time to mourn and manage affairs following the death of close relatives.

Family Care Leave

For Children Under 12 Years: 30 days per year
For Older Family Members: 15 days per year
Purpose: Enables employees to provide urgent and essential care to family members in need.

Marriage Leave

Duration: 3 days
Purpose: Allows employees to take time off for their wedding ceremonies and related celebrations.

Childbirth Leave

Duration: 4 days
Purpose: Provides additional time for employees following the birth of their child.

Blood Donation Leave

Duration: 1 day per year
Purpose: Grants time off for employees to participate in blood donation activities.

Voting Leave

Duration: 2 days
Purpose: Ensures employees have time to vote in elections.

Military Service Leave

Purpose: Time off for employees who are called to perform military duties.

Exam Leave

Duration: 1 day per exam
Purpose: Allows employees time to take exams related to their education or professional development.

Appearance in Court

Purpose: Provides leave for employees required to appear in court.

Trade Union Activity

Purpose: Allows employees to engage in union activities.

Medical Consultation

Purpose: Grants time off for attending medical consultations.