Annual paid leave

Every employee is entitled to at least twenty working days of paid annual leave for each full year of service, accruing proportionally over the year. Leave entitlement may not be waived in exchange for payment while the employment relationship continues.

The timing of leave is fixed by agreement between the parties, taking into account the operational needs of the employer and the personal circumstances of the employee. The employer shall confirm approved leave in writing at least two weeks in advance.

On termination of employment, accrued but untaken leave shall be paid out at the employee's current wage rate. The payment falls due together with the final salary payment and is subject to Article 112.