Balancing work and family life is a priority for every parent.
Greek legislation provides a series of types of leave so that mothers and fathers have the time and support they need at the most important moments for the family: from birth to childcare and the children’s school years.
In this guide we bring together all the key information on each parent’s rights, in a simple and clear way.
Maternity leave
• 17 weeks in total
• 8 before + 9 after childbirth
• Also applies to adoption & surrogacy
Paternity leave
• 14 working days with pay
• At birth or adoption
Childcare leave
• Up to 30 months of reduced working hours
• Can be taken as:
- -1 hour/day
- -2 hours for 12 months & -1 hour for 6 months
- As consecutive days
Special maternity leave
• 9 months after the post-natal period
• Up to 7 months can be transferred to the father
Parental leave
• 4 months for each parent (until the child is 8)
• The first 2 months are paid by DYPA
Leave for a child’s illness
• 6 days/year (unpaid)
• 8 days with 2 children, 14 with more
School performance leave
• Up to 4 days/year (paid)
• For children up to 18
This article is for information purposes only and does not replace specialised professional advice.
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