What are the Paid and Unpaid Leaves in Hungary?

In addition to standard annual leave, Hungarian labor law provides for a variety of paid and unpaid leave types to accommodate specific life circumstances. Below is an overview of the key leave types, their durations, and conditions: 


Paid Leave Options

  1. Maternity/Pregnancy Leave

    • Duration: 24 weeks, with a maximum of 4 weeks before childbirth and a minimum of 6 weeks after childbirth.
    • Fully paid.

  2. Paternity Leave (Second Parent)

    • Duration: 10 days (to be taken within two months of the child’s birth).
    • First 5 days: Paid at 100% of salary.
    • 6th to 10th days: Paid at 40% of salary.

  3. Parental Leave

    • Duration: 44 days, available until the child reaches 3 years old.
    • Eligibility: Employee must have 1 year of employment.
    • Paid at 10% of salary.
    • Must be requested at least 15 days before the start date.

  4. Bereavement Leave

    • Duration: 2 days for the death of an immediate relative.
    • Fully paid.

  5. Adoption Leave

    • Duration: Up to 10 days to meet and bond with the child.
    • Fully paid.

  6. Leave for Personal or Unavoidable Reasons

    • Duration: Based on the specific circumstances requiring the leave.
    • Fully paid.

  7. Personal Care Leave (Relative)

    • Duration: 5 days per year to care for a relative.
    • Fully paid.

  8. Blood Donation Leave

    • Duration: 4 hours.
    • Fully paid.

  9. Breastfeeding Leave

    • Duration: 2 hours per day for the first 6 months after childbirth.
    • Fully paid.

  10. Voluntary Firefighting Service

    • Duration: For the time actively participating in the service.
    • Fully paid.

  11. Court Proceedings

    • Duration: For the time required to participate in court proceedings.
    • Fully paid.


Unpaid Leave Options

  1. Long-Term Care Leave

    • Duration: Between 30 days and a maximum of 2 years.
    • Unpaid.

  2. Voluntary Reserve Military Service

    • Duration: For the full duration of service.
    • Unpaid.

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