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Types of leave in Jamaica

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Paid time off

Workers are entitled to two weeks’ paid leave annually, which increases to three weeks off per year after 10 years of continuous employment.

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Public holidays

Jamaica observes 10 public holidays.

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Sick leave

Employees are entitled to two weeks of paid sick leave every year, which increases to three weeks annually after 10 years of continuous employment.

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Maternity leave

Female employees are entitled to 12 weeks of paid maternity leave after completing a year of service with an employer. Maternity pay is equal to the mother’s normal salary and it’s paid for eight weeks.

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Paternity leave

There’s no mandatory paternity leave in Jamaica although employers can offer it at their discretion.