How many days of leave is an employee entitled to in Georgia?
Articles 31–34 of the Labour Code.
Short answer
An employee in Georgia is entitled to at least 24 working days of paid leave a year and at least 15 working days of unpaid leave a year. Leave can be requested after 11 months of work, and by agreement of the parties it can be given earlier. For unpaid leave the employee gives the employer 2 weeks' notice unless urgent medical or family circumstances make that impossible.
Why
- Article 31(1) and (2) of the Labour Code: at least 24 working days of paid leave and at least 15 working days of unpaid leave a year.
- Article 32(1): the right to request leave arises after 11 months of work, and by agreement leave can be granted earlier.
- Article 31(6): a contract term that denies the right to annual paid leave is void.
Details
By agreement of the parties, leave can be taken in parts and at any time in the working year from the second year of work (Article 32). Periods of temporary incapacity for work, maternity leave and parental leave are not counted as leave. If the employer ends the agreement, it must compensate the unused leave in proportion to the time worked (Article 31(5)).
For maternity-related costs see the question on giving birth in Georgia as a foreigner, and for days off see public holidays.
Tip
For unpaid leave, apply in writing at least 2 weeks ahead and keep your own copy, which makes it easier to show that you gave notice on time.
What may differ
The law sets 24 days as a minimum, so an agreement or employer may give a longer leave. Rules may change, so check the current version of the code.
Common misconception
If the employment agreement says there is no leave, the employer may refuse to give it.
What actually happens
Under Article 31(6), a contract term that denies the right to annual paid leave is void.
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Sources
- Labour Code of Georgia (matsne.gov.ge)Checked at:
This answer is for reference only and is not legal advice. Rules change, so check official websites.
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