Singapore
Singapore applies the Employment Act: 7 paid days/year first year (accrual), up to 14 days after 8 years. 11 public holidays. Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML) 16 wks, paternity 4 wks (Made Up to Pay).
Disclaimer: This country guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we update it regularly, it may not reflect ongoing regulatory changes. Illizeo SA accepts no liability for actions taken or not taken based on this content.
Annual paid leave
Employment Act §43Employment Act §43: 7 days year 1, +1 day/year up to 14 days (year 8). Pro-rata for incomplete year 1. Applies to employees < SGD 4,600/month (and Part IV less).
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 j | 100% | — |
| Year 2-7 | +1 j/an | 100% | — |
| Year 8+ | 14 j | 100% | Plafond |
Public holidays
11 multicultural11 public holidays covering religious (Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, Hari Raya Haji, Deepavali) + national.
| Day | Date | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year | All | — |
| Variable | Chinese New Year (2 j) | All | Lunar |
| March-April | Good Friday | All | — |
| May 1 | Labour Day | All | — |
| Variable | Hari Raya Puasa | All | Eid al-Fitr |
| Variable | Vesak Day | All | Buddhist |
| Aug 9 | National Day | All | — |
| Variable | Hari Raya Haji | All | Eid al-Adha |
| Variable | Deepavali | All | Hindu |
| Dec 25 | Christmas | All | — |
Sick leave
14 days outpatient · 60 days hosp.Outpatient sick leave 14 days/year paid, hospitalization sick leave 60 days/year paid (with MC certified medical certificate).
| Scenario | Waiting | Pay | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outpatient | 0 j | 100% | 14 j/an |
| Hospitalization | 0 j | 100% | 60 j/an incl 14 |
Maternity, paternity, parental
GPML 16 wks · Pat. 4 wksGPML 16 wks (12 if non-employed working mother) at 100% (max SGD 10,000/4 wks × 4). Paternity 4 wks (doubled in 2024, 1st+2nd child). Shared Parental Leave 4 wks shared. Childcare Leave 6 days/year.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPML | 16 sem | 100% (max 10k SGD/4sem) | Citizen child |
| Paternity | 4 sem | 100% (max 10k SGD) | Depuis 2024 |
| Shared Parental | 4 sem | 100% | Partage |
| Adoption | 12 sem | 100% | < 1 an |
| Childcare Leave | 6 j/an | 100% | Enfant < 7 ans |
Special leaves
NS · discretionaryNo general statutory leaves. Bereavement and marriage = discretionary employer. Compulsory NS for reservists (up to 40 days/year).
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage | Variable (3 j typique) | Variable | Discretionary |
| Bereavement | Variable | Variable | Discretionary |
| National Service (NS) | Jusqu’à 40 j/an | Make Up Pay | Statutory |
| Jury duty | Selon convocation | Make Up Pay | Statutory |
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 Singapore absence management
Illizeo applies Employment Act + GPML 16 wks + paternity 4 wks (2024) + NS Make Up Pay.
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