Latvia
Latvia guarantees 4 weeks (20 working days) of paid leave (Labour Law §149). Maternity 112 days + paternity 10 days. Parental up to 18 months (VSAA allowance).
Annual paid leave
Labour Law §149Labour Law §149: 4 weeks of working days. Bonus for children <14 (+3 days). 5 unused days at termination paid.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | 4 sem | 100% | DL §149 |
| Children <14 | +3 j | 100% | §151 |
Public holidays
13 holidays13 holidays. If weekend, next working day.
| Day | Date | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 janvāris | Jaunais gads | Tous | — |
| Mar-Apr | Lielā Piektdiena | Tous | Good Friday |
| Mar-Apr | Lieldienas (3 j) | Tous | Easter |
| 1 maijs | Darba svētki | Tous | Labour Day |
| 4 maijs | Latv. Rep. neatkarības | Tous | Restoration |
| May | Mātes diena | Tous | Mother’s Day |
| 23 jūnijs | Līgo | Tous | Midsummer Eve |
| 24 jūnijs | Jāņi | Tous | Midsummer |
| 18 novembris | Latv. proklamēšana | Tous | Republic Proclamation |
| 24-26 decembris | Ziemassvētki | Tous | Christmas |
| 31 decembris | Vecgada vakars | Tous | Year-end |
Sick leave
75-80% emp · VSAANo waiting. Day 1 employer 75%. Days 2-10: 80% employer. Day 11+: VSAA 80%.
| Scenario | Waiting | Pay | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 0 j | 75% | Employeur |
| Days 2-10 | — | 80% | Employeur |
| Day 11+ | — | 80% VSAA | Max 52 sem |
Maternity, paternity, parental
112 days matMaternity 112 days (56+56) 80% VSAA. Paternity 10 days. Parental up to 18 months (VSAA allowance by duration 5 days, 13 months…).
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternity | 112 j | 80% VSAA | DL |
| Paternity | 10 j | 80% VSAA | — |
| Parental | Jusqu’à 18 mois | VSAA allocation | Selon option |
Special leaves
DLShort paid leaves for marriage 3 days, bereavement 2 days, birth 10 days father (incl. pat.).
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage | 3 j | 100% | DL |
| Bereavement | 2 j | 100% | DL |
Information current as of last update. This guide does not replace local legal advice. For specific situations, consult a labor lawyer in the relevant country.
Centralize Latvia absence management
Illizeo applies Labour Law + VSAA.
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